Health Violations Found CT 5 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Woodhaven Apartments

EPA ID: CT1600031 · 489 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Where compliant utilities carry no open actions, Woodhaven Apartments shows 8 active EPA violations in the federal database for a service population of approximately 489.

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

C · 60
Avg Safety Score
489
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
15
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0006 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2023) to 1 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Woodhaven Apartments Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$88,370
Median Household Income
5,563
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Woodhaven Apartments serves a community with a median household income of $88,370 and an estimated 5,563 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Woodhaven Apartments'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.

Elevated 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. 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
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 71% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Woodhaven Apartments compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Connecticut

B 3 violations
0 violations
0 violations
C 48 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,300

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $14,390

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$14,695
10 years
$29,390
20 years
$58,780

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,300 (one-time) vs. $29,390 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

WOODHAVEN APARTMENTS (EPA ID: CT1600031) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 489 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (60/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

5 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 8 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2023 Lead Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 8 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 5 Yes
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
06279 0.0006 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Woodhaven Apartments (CT1600031) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woodhaven Apartments water safe to drink?

Woodhaven Apartments has recorded 5 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Woodhaven Apartments serve?

Woodhaven Apartments serves approximately 489 people across 2 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Woodhaven Apartments get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
4
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Reporting compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 2E.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 489
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

Is water from Woodhaven Apartments safe to drink?
Woodhaven Apartments has a C safety grade based on 15 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Woodhaven Apartments's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Woodhaven Apartments serve?
Woodhaven Apartments serves approximately 489 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Woodhaven Apartments's water source?
Woodhaven Apartments draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Woodhaven Apartments's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0006 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Woodhaven Apartments's service area?
The Woodhaven Apartments service area has a median household income of $88,370. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Woodhaven Apartments get its water?
Woodhaven Apartments'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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