Water Quality in NEWPORT, RI (02840)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 02840.
42
Total Violations
14
Health-Based
28
Monitoring / Reporting
42
Resolved
What does this mean?
42 of 42 violations have been resolved. 14 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 28 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (42 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 22, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 22, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 22, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(7)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
2024(16)
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
How Does This Compare?
NEWPORT (02840) has 42 recorded violations, including 14 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.