Water Quality in NEW FAIRFIELD, CT (06812)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06812.

655

Total Violations

35

Health-Based

620

Monitoring / Reporting

637

Resolved

What does this mean?

637 of 655 violations have been resolved. 35 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 620 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: 59 Population served: 6,258

Violations Detail (655 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 22, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 3, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 21, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 2, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 2, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(8)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Sep 22Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 3Active

Public Notice

75

May 21Active

Public Notice

75

May 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 2Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

2024(38)

Groundwater Rule

41

Dec 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Dec 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Dec 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 13Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 14Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Aug 9Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Aug 9Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 6Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 6Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 6Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 5Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 5Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 5Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 5Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 29Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 29Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 2Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

NEW FAIRFIELD (06812) has 655 recorded violations, including 35 health-based. 18 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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