Water Quality in Westerly, RI (02891)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 02891.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 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 28 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.
21,587
Population
17
Water Systems
30
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Westerly Water Department
All resolvedNorth Kingstown Town Of
Veolia Water Wakefield Rhode Island Inc
2 health-basedInactive Shelter Harbor Inn
Kingdom Hall Of Jehovahs Witnesses
Camp Watchaug
All resolvedZz*In*Bradford Printing And Finishing
Zz*In*Fantastic Umbrella Factory
Camp Wahaneeta
Inactive Shelter Harbor Motor
Mcdonalds Restaurant - North Stonington
33 & 35 Corporate Park
First 7th Day Baptist Church Of Hopkinto
Zz*In*Loyal Order Of Moose Lodge 1212
Pickett Road Apartments
Zz*In*Frank Olean Center Inc.
Westerly Water Department
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Westerly (02891) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 30.
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
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.