C57/100
SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,567 people · Connecticut
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
CT0720041
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.80 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 21, 2023 – May 7, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 6, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Consumer confidence report — content deficiency
When: April 1, 2022 – October 18, 2022Rule: 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 SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION
Is SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION water safe to drink?
SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION water receives a grade of C (57/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 16 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION detected?
2 contaminants were tested in SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION have any EPA violations?
Yes, SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION serve?
SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION serves approximately 2,567 people, Connecticut. The system provides water to 1 community: Ledyard.
What type of water does SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION provide?
SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CT0720041.
How does SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION compare to other utilities in Connecticut?
SCWA, TOWER-FERRY VIEW DIVISION scores 57/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Connecticut state page for a full comparison of water systems.