Water Quality in New Haven, CT (06516)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06516.
Active Health Violations
5 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 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
55,351
Population
18
Water Systems
21
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Regional Water Authority
Waterbury Water Department
All resolvedMeriden Water Division
2 health-basedLove Temple Church Of Christ In Prayer
Church Of Latter Day Saints
Newington Va Medical Center-Building 2e
All resolvedChurch Of Latter Day Saints, Woodbridge
Church Of Latter Day Saints, Madison
Church Of Latter Day Saints, Southbury
1 health-basedNewington Va Medical Center-Building 1
All resolvedNewington Va Medical Center-Building 2c
All resolvedLongview Estates, Llc
1 health-basedNewington Va Medical Center-Bldgs 3 & 42
All resolvedShirleys Pier 34 Lounge
177 Route 81
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Sai
1 health-basedChurch Of Latter Day Saints
All resolvedCowan Manell Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
New Haven (06516) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 21.
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.