Water Quality in WESTPORT, CT (06881)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 06881.

131

Total Violations

3

Health-Based

128

Monitoring / Reporting

127

Resolved

What does this mean?

127 of 131 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 128 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: 5 Population served: 923

Violations Detail (131 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMay 31, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 30, 2023ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2024(7)

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

2023(15)

E. COLI

19

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 30Active

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Feb 28Resolved

E. COLI

19

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

How Does This Compare?

WESTPORT (06881) has 131 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 4 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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