Water Quality in BROAD BROOK, CT (06016)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06016.
88
Total Violations
15
Health-Based
73
Monitoring / Reporting
81
Resolved
What does this mean?
81 of 88 violations have been resolved. 15 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 73 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 (88 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| o-Dichlorobenzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Simazine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Carbofuran | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| OXAMYL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Dalapon | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(59)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
Simazine
03
Carbofuran
03
OXAMYL
03
Dalapon
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
LASSO
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Toluene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Dinoseb
03
Benzene
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
Chlordane
03
Picloram
03
Atrazine
03
Aldicarb
03
Aldicarb sulfoxide
03
Endrin
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Heptachlor
03
Aldicarb sulfone
03
Toxaphene
03
Glyphosate
03
Diquat
03
2,4-D
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
2,4,5-TP
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Styrene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
Methoxychlor
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Combined Uranium
03
2024(7)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
How Does This Compare?
BROAD BROOK (06016) has 88 recorded violations, including 15 health-based. 7 remain unresolved. 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
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
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.