Water Quality in GUILFORD, CT (06437)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06437.

158

Total Violations

7

Health-Based

151

Monitoring / Reporting

144

Resolved

What does this mean?

144 of 158 violations have been resolved. 7 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 151 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: 90 Population served: 4,032

Violations Detail (158 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 28, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 7, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 7, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(11)

Public Notice

75

Aug 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 7Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 7Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(46)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

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

3B

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 7Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Jun 3Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Jun 3Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jan 28Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jan 28Active

E. COLI

34

Jan 2Active

E. COLI

34

Jan 2Active

How Does This Compare?

GUILFORD (06437) has 158 recorded violations, including 7 health-based. 14 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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