Water Quality in New Preston, CT (06777)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06777.
Active Health Violations
7 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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,771
Population
23
Water Systems
87
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Washington Montessori School
1 health-basedNew Preston Water Co
Arrow Point Water Co
1 health-basedHopkins Supply
1 health-basedThe Birches
Lake Waramaug/Maintenance Tennis & Beach
1 health-basedThe Boulders Inn
The Boulders Inn
Ovens Of France
1 Sawmill Rd
Beans
Lakeview Inn L.L.C.
9 Main Street
Mountain Lake Camp
Mountain Lake Bible Camp
Lake Waramaug Country Club
The Boat House At The Inn
White Horse Restaurant
All resolvedSt. Andrews Episcopal Church
Marbledale 151 Corp
3 health-basedAspetuck Gardens
Dowler Garage Exxon
Washington Springs
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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 Preston (06777) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 87.
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.