Water Quality in Shelton, CT (06611)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06611.
Active Health Violations
3 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 76% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
37,281
Population
17
Water Systems
17
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Aquarion-Eastern Fairfield County
Aquarion-Stamford
All resolvedDanbury Water Department
1 health-basedAquarion-Greenwich
All resolvedNorth Madison Shopping Center
1 health-basedTashua Village Association, Inc.
All resolvedSandy Hook Deli
Pc Mobil
316 South Main Street
All resolvedRickys Shopping Center/Question Mark Ca
314 South Main Street
1 health-based1226-1234 Queen St - Strip Mall
All resolvedYe Old Newgate Coon Club
New York Deli (Temp Non Public)
181 Main Street
Eventus Catering
Creative Development Daycare
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
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: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Shelton (06611) has more violations than 76% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 17.
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.