F12/100
WINSTED WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,784 people · Connecticut
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CT1620011
Violations
60
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 WINSTED WATER WORKS
Is WINSTED WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
WINSTED WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (12/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 60 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WINSTED WATER WORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in WINSTED WATER WORKS's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does WINSTED WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, WINSTED WATER WORKS has 60 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does WINSTED WATER WORKS serve?
WINSTED WATER WORKS serves approximately 7,784 people, Connecticut. The system provides water to 2 communities: Barkhamsted, Winchester.
What type of water does WINSTED WATER WORKS provide?
WINSTED WATER WORKS sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CT1620011.
How does WINSTED WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Connecticut?
WINSTED WATER WORKS scores 12/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Connecticut state page for a full comparison of water systems.