Edwards, NY Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Edwards's tap water quality puts it in NY's upper tier — health-based violations are rare and the compliance record is consistently above average.
How Edwards Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Edwards Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.0042 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 80% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.24 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Edwards
As of current federal records, Edwards, NY is served primarily by one water utility among 1 tracked system. That single provider handles infrastructure investment, rate adjustments, and regulatory reporting under EPA oversight.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Edwards, New York, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,283 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Edwards — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Edwards: B (83/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Edwards water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0042 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13635 | B | Edwards Water District | 465 |
All ZIP Codes in Edwards
- 13635 [B]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Edwards
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
How Old Is Edwards's Housing Stock?
With 80% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Heavily weighted toward older construction, Edwards's housing stock carries a median build year of 1967. That profile puts a majority of homes in the era when lead-soldered copper plumbing was standard practice.
Over half of homes in Edwards were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Edwards: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Across Edwards, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small — a favorable ratio for most property owners.
Remediation costs in Edwards are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 73% below the New York average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Edwards
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Routinely in Edwards, where 80% of housing predates the solder ban and aggregate utility readings hover near the federal threshold, a faucet-level draw functions as a standard household step for families with small kids.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
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