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KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 7,553 people · Connecticut

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CT0070011
Violations
37

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.002 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

7

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: August 10, 2025 – August 26, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPRVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPRVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: August 10, 2023 – August 24, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: December 30, 2022 – April 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway

Understanding violation severity

Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly

Frequently Asked Questions About KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT

Is KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT water safe to drink?

KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (60/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT detected?

31 contaminants were tested in KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT have any EPA violations?

Yes, KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR.

How many people does KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT serve?

KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT serves approximately 7,553 people, Connecticut. The system provides water to 3 communities: Berlin, New Britain, Newington.

What type of water does KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT provide?

KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CT0070011.

How does KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Connecticut?

KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT scores 60/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Connecticut state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

BerlinNew BritainNewington