Water Quality in Washington, CT (06794)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06794.
Active Health Violations
4 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 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,282
Population
17
Water Systems
32
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Shepaug Middle/High School
1 health-basedRumsey Hall School
Washington Primary School
1 health-basedBooth Free School
1 health-basedBurnham School
1 health-basedBee Brook Crossing Condominiums
All resolvedRumsey Hall School - Hilltop
Rumsey Hall School - New Dorm
The Rooster Tail Inn And Tavern
Salem Evangelical Covenant
Rumsey Hall School - Hull House
Bee Brook Fire House
All resolvedNew Preston Firehouse
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help
G.W. Tavern
All resolvedSalem Covenant Church
Community Table
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Washington (06794) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 32.
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
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.