Water Quality in Newport, RI (02840)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 02840.
Past Health-Based Violations
6 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 7 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
23,448
Population
23
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Newport-City Of
All resolvedPortsmouth Water & Fire District
3 health-basedNorth Tiverton Fire District
Silveiras Kindergarten & Nurse
Berkeley Peckham School
New Visions For Newport County, Inc.
Third Beach Club
Oar & Block Island Boat Basin, The
Newport Boys & Girls Club Camp - Well
All resolvedNewport Boys & Girls Club Camp Facility
Stonehouse Resort, Inc
2 health-basedPickles Deli
The New School
Narragansett Inn
1 health-basedAquidneck Green (
Newport City Boys & Girls Club
Hadron, Inc.
Caroline'S Custom Catering
D.A.V. Kerins Hogan 7
James L. Maher Center
Aero Modelers Of Middletown
Samuel Realty
Spring Water Vending Services, Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Newport (02840) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.