Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc.
EPA ID: RI1000009 · 45 people served · 3 ZIP codes
4 open EPA findings remain on record at Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc. — the utility supplies approximately 45 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade D
Service Area Demographics
The Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $135,139 and an estimated 8,480 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc.'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.
About 1% of homes in Providence County, Rhode Island rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 77th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc. compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Selenium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.05 mg/L. Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.
Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Selenium was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
ABBEY LANE COMMUNITY ASSN., INC. (EPA ID: RI1000009) is a community water system in Rhode Island that serves approximately 45 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: D (51/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 5, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Health-based | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Health-based | Unresolved |
| April 8, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 6, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| December 30, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 31, 2024 | Total Coliform | Monitoring | Resolved |
| September 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| May 20, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 5 | Yes |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Selenium | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 1 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
| Lead and Copper 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02825 | 0.07 mg/L | Yes | 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 Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc. (RI1000009) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc. water safe to drink?
Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc. has recorded 4 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 Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc. serve?
Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc. serves approximately 45 people across 3 ZIP codes in Rhode Island.
Where does Abbey Lane Community Assn., Inc. 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:
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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