Water Quality in NEWTOWN, CT (06470)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06470.

464

Total Violations

29

Health-Based

435

Monitoring / Reporting

451

Resolved

What does this mean?

451 of 464 violations have been resolved. 29 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 435 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: 140 Population served: 9,373

Violations Detail (464 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 21, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 9, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 9, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 12, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 10, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 6, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 22, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(22)

Public Notice

75

Aug 21Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Aug 9Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Aug 9Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 12Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 6Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

May 22Active

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 3Active

2024(52)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

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

2A

Oct 25Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Oct 25Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Oct 25Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

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

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 14Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Aug 9Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Aug 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 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 2Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 2Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 2Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

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

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

NEWTOWN (06470) has 464 recorded violations, including 29 health-based. 13 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

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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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