Water System Report CT

Aquarion-stamford

EPA ID: CT1350011 · 119,214 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Aquarion-stamford earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 119,214 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

119,214
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$702K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aquarion-stamford Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$182,370
Median Household Income
51,737
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aquarion-stamford serves a community with a median household income of $182,370 and an estimated 51,737 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Aquarion-stamford's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 85% 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. 14 detections recorded. 4 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Connecticut

C 22 violations
B 15 violations
A 4 violations
Danbury Water Department
62,055 people
C 9 violations
Meriden Water Division
58,441 people
C 5 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $3,150

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 $3,150 (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

Aquarion-stamford (EPA ID: CT1350011) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 119,214 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Aquarion-stamford (CT1350011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aquarion-stamford water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Aquarion-stamford has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Aquarion-stamford serve?

Aquarion-stamford serves approximately 119,214 people across 2 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Aquarion-stamford get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
232
Detections
5
Latest sample
12/2/2025
Highest analyte
PFOA: 4.3 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 4.3 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFPeA 3.1 ppt
PFHxA 3 ppt

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

4
Confirmed Lead
112
Galvanized — Replacement Required
15,227
Unknown Material
6,718
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 119,214
Reported to Connecticut

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Aquarion-stamford meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Aquarion-stamford serve?
Aquarion-stamford serves approximately 119,214 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Aquarion-stamford's water source?
Aquarion-stamford draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aquarion-stamford's service area?
The Aquarion-stamford service area has a median household income of $182,370. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Aquarion-stamford get its water?
Aquarion-stamford's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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