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Mashantucket, CT
Mashantucket Pequot Water System
Is Mashantucket tap water safe to drink?
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data | Last tested May 2024
Can you drink the tap water in Mashantucket?
Mashantucket tap water has 4 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFPeA at 6,4× the limit (tested May 2024). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.
Recommended for Mashantucket tap water
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
The health risk for Mashantucket
PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
- PFBS, PFHpA, PFOA, PFPeA above limit.
PFPeA concentration (µg/L)
May 2024
0 µg/L
0.003 µg/L
0.02 µg/L
0.019 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.003 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
537% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.003 µg/L | Your water: 0.019 µg/L
Certified Filters for Mashantucket Tap Water
PFPeA (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Under-sink RO system
Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
8-stage tankless RO system certified to NSF/ANSI 58, reduces 1,000+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, arsenic, fluoride, and nitrates.
Most elevated compounds
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFPeA Tested: May 2024 · MPTN WTP |
0.019 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 537% above limit |
| PFOA Tested: May 2024 · MPTN WTP |
0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 65% above limit |
| PFBS Tested: May 2024 · MPTN WTP |
0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 13% above limit |
| PFHpA Tested: May 2024 · MPTN WTP |
0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 10% above limit |
View all tested compounds
MPTN WTP · Tested: Multiple dates
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFPeA | 0.019 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 537% above limit |
| PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 65% above limit |
| PFBS | 0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 13% above limit |
| PFHpA | 0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 10% above limit |
| PFHxA | 0.010 µg/L | 3 µg/L | 0.3% of limit |
| PFBA | 0.006 µg/L | 6 µg/L | 0.1% of limit |
| lithium | <9.000 µg/L | 10 µg/L | Below limit |
| HFPO-DA | <0.005 µg/L | 0.01 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFNA | <0.004 µg/L | 0.01 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFHxS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.01 µg/L | Below limit |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | <0.005 µg/L | 0.005 µg/L | Below limit |
| 4:2 FTS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| 6:2 FTS | <0.005 µg/L | 0.005 µg/L | Below limit |
| 8:2 FTS | <0.005 µg/L | 0.005 µg/L | Below limit |
| 9Cl-PF3ONS | <0.002 µg/L | 0.002 µg/L | Below limit |
| ADONA | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFDA | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFDoA | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFHpS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFOS | <0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFTrDA | <0.007 µg/L | 0.007 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFUnA | <0.002 µg/L | 0.002 µg/L | Below limit |
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Data reflects publicly reported utility records from EPA datasets and local utility disclosures. This information is educational and not medical advice.