Middlebury, CT · PWSID CT1510011
Waterbury Water Department lead service lines
1,080 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Waterbury Water Department reported 952 lead and 128 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 27,905 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 26 lines. Another 0 (0%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #4 of 71 Connecticut systems with confirmed lead lines, and #376 nationally.
3.9% of Waterbury Water Department's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's higher than the Connecticut average (1.6%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 3.4%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.5%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 96%
Total service lines reported: 27,905. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 107,271; 26,915 connections.
Lead test results
Waterbury Water Department's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (2025) was not detected, below both the 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level that takes effect in 2027. This means 90% of homes sampled were at or below that level; individual homes, especially those with lead lines, can be higher.
Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile results reported to EPA, in parts per billion. Dashed lines: 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level from November 1, 2027.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 1,080 in 2025 Q1 to 1,080 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 0 to 0, no change.
Quarterly counts reported to EPA. A drop usually means lines were replaced or confirmed non-lead; a rise usually means more lines were identified. Replacement progress rankings.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists 3 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Waterbury Water Department. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
| Dec 2022 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
| Dec 2016 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Waterbury Water Department's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It sells water to 5 other water systems: CTWC - Naugatuck Region-Central System, CTWC - Naugatuck Reg-Thomaston System, Watertown Fire District, Watertown Water & Sewer Authority, Wolcott Water Department.
Source: EPA SDWIS water system and facility records.
Check your own address
These counts cover the whole system. To see whether your line is lead, use the utility's address-level inventory. Utilities had to prepare one by October 16, 2024 and make it publicly accessible; systems serving more than 50,000 people must post it online.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test on the pipe where water enters your home.
Protect your drinking water now
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, filter water for drinking, cooking and baby formula. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead. Run cold water for a few minutes after it sits for hours, and never use hot tap water for cooking.
How to pick a lead-certified filter · How to test your water for lead
Getting the line replaced
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Waterbury Water Department whether it replaces the private side for free or with a cost share before you hire anyone. If you want it done sooner, or your utility doesn't cover your side, a licensed plumber can quote it. What replacement costs.
County pages: Lead pipes in New Haven County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Waterbury Water Department's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
067020670406705067060670806710
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Water Authority | 2,224 | 5,963 |
| Meriden Water Division | 30 | 417 |
| CTWC - Shoreline Region-Guilford System | 200 | 3,618 |
| CTWC - Naugatuck Region-Central System | 17 | 5,977 |
| Aquarion-Valley | 46 | 4,783 |
| Heritage Water Company | 2 | 1,106 |
| Aquarion-East Derby | 0 | 492 |
| Aquarion-Lakeside | 0 | 178 |
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Questions
Does Waterbury Water Department have lead pipes?
Yes. Waterbury Water Department reported 952 lead service lines and 128 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 27,905 total. 0 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Waterbury Water Department's official service line inventory, which utilities must make publicly available. You can also scratch the pipe where it enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and does not attract a magnet.
When will Waterbury Water Department replace lead service lines?
Under EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, most systems must replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037, starting from November 1, 2027. The rule is being challenged in court, so dates could change. Many utilities run free or cost-share programs now.
Has Waterbury Water Department had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 3 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Waterbury Water Department.
Which water filters remove lead?
Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead reduction, or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Check the certification on NSF's listings, not just the box.
Embed or cite this data
Local news sites, blogs and community groups can embed this card. It updates when EPA releases new data.
Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Waterbury Water Department lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/ct/waterbury-water-department/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.