Water Quality in MANCHESTER, CT (06040)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06040.
49
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
43
Monitoring / Reporting
45
Resolved
What does this mean?
45 of 49 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 43 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 (49 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(13)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(17)
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Nitrate
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Nitrite
03
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Lead and Copper Rule
66
How Does This Compare?
MANCHESTER (06040) has 49 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.