Water Quality in New Haven, CT (06418)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06418.
Active Health Violations
2 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 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,205
Population
14
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
Regional Water Authority
Waterbury Water Department
All resolvedMeriden Water Division
2 health-basedEdmund D. Strang Scout Reservation
W. E. Bassett Company
435 New Haven Ave
All resolvedLorenzo'S Pizza
Edmund Strang Scout Bathhouse
Mcconneys Farm
Camp Housatonic
Derby Well
Housatonic Boy Scout Res (Camp Strang)
445 New Haven Avenue
435 New Haven Avenue (Krauszer Duplct)
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
New Haven (06418) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.