New Britain, Connecticut Water Quality Report
Comprehensive water safety analysis • Updated February 2026
New Britain maintains excellent water quality with all 8 tested contaminants well below EPA safety limits.
•All 1 historical violation(s) in New Britain have been resolved.
Water Safety Overview
Generally Safe. New Britain's tap water meets EPA standards. Score: 95/100.
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All Detected Contaminants
8 contaminants tested • EPA SDWIS data
| Contaminant | Level Detected | EPA Limit | % of Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fluoride | 0.705 mg/L | 4.00 mg/L | 17.6% | Safe |
Lead | 0.0024 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | 16.1% | Safe |
Copper | 0.199 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 15.3% | Safe |
Mercury | 0.0003 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 13.8% | Safe |
Chromium | 0.0098 mg/L | 0.100 mg/L | 9.8% | Safe |
Haloacetic Acids | 4.11 ug/L | 60.00 ug/L | 6.9% | Safe |
Total Trihalomethanes | 2.82 ug/L | 80.00 ug/L | 3.5% | Safe |
Arsenic | 0 mg/L | 0.010 mg/L | 0.4% | Safe |
Recommended Water Filters for New Britain
Based on detected contaminants
Reverse Osmosis System
Best for New Britain. Removes 95-99% of contaminants including heavy metals, PFAS, and nitrates.
- ✓ Removes lead
- ✓ Removes arsenic
- ✓ Removes total dissolved solids
Activated Carbon Filter
Good for New Britain. Removes chlorine, improves taste, and filters many organic compounds.
- ✓ Removes chlorine and chloramine
- ✓ Improves taste and odor
- ✓ Filters pesticides and VOCs
NSF 53 Lead Certification Required
Lead detected in New Britain. Ensure any filter is NSF/ANSI 53 certified for lead removal.
EPA Compliance History
Past violations for New Britain's water system
other
Chromium - 2/4/2022
ResolvedWater System Information
NEW BRITAIN WATER SYSTEM
- PWS ID:
- CT401235
- Population Served:
- 75,197
- Water Source:
- surface
New Britain Water Quality Score
Based on EPA contaminant data and compliance records
Positive Findings
- Excellent overall water quality
- All tested contaminants well below EPA limits
- No violations in the past 3 years
Protect Your Family's Water
Even with good water quality, many families choose to filter their water for extra peace of mind.
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