Water Quality in Hartford, CT (06016)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06016.
Active Health Violations
6 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,959
Population
18
Water Systems
77
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Metropolitan District Commission
Ctwc - Northern Reg-Western System
All resolvedNew Britain Water Department
All resolvedEast Windsor Housing Authority
1 health-basedSchool Hill Association, Inc.
1 health-basedRed Balloon Daycare
1 health-basedJehovah Witness
Lil Peach Market
Windsorville Water Association
Jehovah Witness
Mulnite Farms
3 health-basedJcs General Store
Casco Inc.
1st Congregational Church
East Windsor Park Snack Bar
3 Hiking Trails
One Stop Convenience
Norwegian Woods Apartments
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Hartford (06016) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 77.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.