Water Quality in BETHEL, CT (06801)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06801.

384

Total Violations

29

Health-Based

355

Monitoring / Reporting

379

Resolved

What does this mean?

379 of 384 violations have been resolved. 29 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 355 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: 91 Population served: 15,221

Violations Detail (384 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 22, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 22, 2025ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(6)

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 22Resolved

2024(36)

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Aug 9Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Aug 9Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 20Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 20Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 20Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 20Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BETHEL (06801) has 384 recorded violations, including 29 health-based. 5 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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