Water Quality in Shelton, CT (06840)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06840.
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 86% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
20,870
Population
26
Water Systems
35
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (26)
Aquarion-Eastern Fairfield County
Aquarion-Stamford
All resolvedDanbury Water Department
1 health-basedAquarion-Greenwich
All resolvedSt Lukes School Athletic Center
St Lukes School
1 health-basedCountry Club Of New Canaan (Tennis Well)
Country Club Of New Canaan (Main Well)
All resolvedJim Goulard
Grace Community Church
St Lukes Athletic Field (Fountn)
Acadia Seashore Camping & Cabins
All resolvedCamp Playland
Sywal Corporation
Colonial Square Ii
125 Commerce Drive
Mr John P Lipke
Camp Playland
Country Club Of New Canaan (Halfway)
2 health-basedChimney Corners Shopping Center
Ancar Imports Inc
New Canaan Country School
New Canaan Field Club
Jim Goulard
St Lukes Foundation - Art Building
Unimin
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Shelton (06840) has more violations than 86% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 35.
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.
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.