Water System Report CT

Apple Valley Village

EPA ID: CT1310031 ยท 70 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Apple Valley Village (CT1310031): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Apple Valley Village sits well above the baseline - five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 70 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

70
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$361K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Apple Valley Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$124,543
Median Household Income
32,444
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Apple Valley Village serves a community with a median household income of $124,543 and an estimated 32,444 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Apple Valley Village's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 71% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.012 ppt, PFOS: 0.016 ppt, PFHxS: 0.018 ppt, PFHpA: 0.018 ppt, PFNA: 0.013 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Apple Valley Village (EPA ID: CT1310031) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 70 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 06489 in Southington.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by CT or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Apple Valley Village (CT1310031) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Apple Valley Village water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Apple Valley Village in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Apple Valley Village serve?

Apple Valley Village serves approximately 70 people across 1 ZIP code in Connecticut.

Where does Apple Valley Village get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Apple Valley Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Apple Valley Village serve?
Apple Valley Village serves approximately 70 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Apple Valley Village's water source?
Apple Valley Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Apple Valley Village's service area?
The Apple Valley Village service area has a median household income of $124,543. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Apple Valley Village get its water?
Apple Valley Village's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Apple Valley Village Water Quality Report, CT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ct1310031/
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