Water Quality in ELLINGTON, CT (06029)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06029.

167

Total Violations

6

Health-Based

161

Monitoring / Reporting

163

Resolved

What does this mean?

163 of 167 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 161 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.

Water systems: 50 Population served: 1,869

Violations Detail (167 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AAug 2, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 20, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(13)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Aug 2Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Jun 20Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(27)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ELLINGTON (06029) has 167 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 4 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.

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