Water Quality in Hartford, CT (06109)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06109.
Active Health Violations
15 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.
27,250
Population
22
Water Systems
86
Violations (5yr)
15
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Metropolitan District Commission
Ctwc - Northern Reg-Western System
All resolvedNew Britain Water Department
All resolvedConnecticut Correctional Institute
All resolvedMontville Correctional Complex
Perry Hill Estates Apartments Inc.
2 health-basedBirch Hills Condominiums
1 health-basedPinecrest Condominiums
6 health-basedRidgeview Heights
1 health-basedWoods Edge Apartments
1 health-basedWoodlawn Apartments
2 health-basedMeadowbrook Apartments, Llc
Mar-Lea Park Apartments
2 health-basedBurlington Commons
Litchfield Road Plaza
Lewis Realty
Wilson'S Sea Food
1135 Boston Turnpike - Bolton
Lewis Bros. Hardware
Marlborough Pizza Restaurant
Lewis Realty
Wilsons Whaler Room
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Hartford (06109) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 86.
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.