Health Violations Found

Water Quality in 06801 — Bethel, CT

EPA data for BETHEL WATER DEPT

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS Last verified: March 16, 2026

5
Water Systems
9,507
People Served
2
Health Violations (5yr)
Surface water
Water Source
No data
Lead Level

Your Water System

ZIP code 06801 in Bethel, Connecticut is served by BETHEL WATER DEPT (EPA ID: CT0090011). This system provides water to approximately 9,507 people from surface water sources.

There are 5 community water systems serving this area.

Lead & Copper in Your Water

No Lead & Copper Rule sampling data available for systems serving this ZIP code.

Violation Summary

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 52 violations remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

DateContaminantTypeStatus
July 1, 2025Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringResolved
January 23, 2025Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringResolved
January 1, 2025ChloriteMonitoringResolved
January 1, 2025ChloriteMonitoringResolved
January 1, 2025ChloriteMonitoringResolved
January 1, 2025ChloriteMonitoringResolved
August 10, 2024Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringResolved
August 10, 2024Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringResolved
July 1, 2024Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringResolved
July 1, 2024Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringResolved
January 1, 2024LeadMonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024LeadMonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024LeadMonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024CopperMonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024CopperMonitoringUnresolved
January 1, 2024CopperMonitoringUnresolved
November 30, 2023Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringResolved
November 30, 2023Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringResolved
November 30, 2023Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringResolved
November 30, 2023Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringResolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for water systems serving this ZIP code:

ContaminantCategoryViolationsHealth-Based
Total ColiformMicrobiological78No
Consumer Confidence Report RuleReporting18Yes
Surface Water Treatment RuleTreatment Technique16No
LeadInorganic10No
CopperInorganic10No
Lead and Copper RuleTreatment Technique7No
ChloriteDisinfection Byproducts4No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproducts3No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)Disinfection Byproducts3No
Stage 1 DBP RuleTreatment Technique3No
Contaminant 1045Other3No
Contaminant 1085Other3No
Contaminant 1075Other3No
MercuryInorganic3No
Contaminant 1055Other3No

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Water Systems Serving This Area

System NameEPA IDPopulationSource
BETHEL WATER DEPTCT00900119,507Surface water
CANDLEWOOD SHORES TAX DISTRICTCT01800611,315Groundwater
LILLINONAH PARK ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSNCT0960171128Groundwater
AQUARION-BERKSHIRECT009029275Surface water
ELMWOOD COURT, LLCCT009011454Groundwater

What You Can Do

  1. Request your water system’s Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — Your utility is required to publish this annually
  2. Consider a home water test — Independent testing can reveal issues in your specific plumbing
  3. Install a certified water filter — NSF-certified filters can address specific contaminants
  4. Contact your water provider — Ask about current treatment and any ongoing remediation

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for BETHEL WATER DEPT (CT0090011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 06801 safe to drink?

Bethel’s water system has recorded 2 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

Where does 06801’s water come from?

The primary water source for this area is surface water. BETHEL WATER DEPT serves approximately 9,507 people.

How can I get my water tested?

Contact your local water utility for a free water quality report, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends testing annually if you use a private well.

Does 06801 have lead in the water?

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data is currently available in EPA records for water systems serving ZIP code 06801. If you are concerned about lead, contact your water utility or have your tap water independently tested.

What is the radon risk in 06801?

Radon zone data is not available for ZIP code 06801. The EPA recommends testing all homes for radon regardless of location, as radon levels can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood.

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