Water Quality in Westerly, RI (02881)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 02881.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 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 26 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,687
Population
11
Water Systems
29
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (11)
Westerly Water Department
All resolvedNorth Kingstown Town Of
Veolia Water Wakefield Rhode Island Inc
2 health-basedUniversity Of Rhode Island
Larkins Pond Beach Club
New England Telephone Building
University Of Rhode Island - Liberty Lan
W. Alton Jones Campus - Environmental Ed
1 health-basedW. Alton Jones Campus-Uri-Whispering Pin
Camp Luethi Peterson
W. Alton Jones Campus-Main Off-Farm Hous
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Westerly (02881) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 29.
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.