Verplanck, NY Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to statewide averages in NY, Verplanck scores well — health violations are below the norm and systems generally operate within federal standards.
How Verplanck Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Verplanck Water
- Homes built before 1986: 95% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 10.47.
Who Supplies Your Water in Verplanck
A single dominant system supplies most of Verplanck, NY. That utility controls infrastructure decisions, rate structures, and EPA compliance reporting for most residential addresses served across those 1 tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Verplanck, New York (population ~657), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 2,200 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Verplanck — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Verplanck: B (73/100)
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
Verplanck water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Verplanck
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10596 | B | BUCHANAN VILLAGE | 2,200 |
All ZIP Codes in Verplanck
- 10596 [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.
Health Outcomes in Verplanck
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
Housing & Infrastructure in Verplanck
With 95% 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, Verplanck's housing stock carries a median build year of 1954. That profile puts a majority of homes in the era when lead-soldered copper plumbing was standard practice.
Over half of homes in Verplanck 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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Verplanck Homeowners
The household financial picture for Verplanck homeowners is proportionally favorable — addressing documented issues claims a small slice of equity, and the cost-to-value ratio puts this area well within the manageable tier.
Remediation costs in Verplanck are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,800–$4,000 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 24% above the New York average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Verplanck
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.
After the federal action removing lead-bearing solder from new plumbing took effect, building practice shifted — but 95% of the Verplanck inventory predates that line. With aggregate samples near or beyond 0.015 mg/L, an in-home check moves out of the optional column into the standard list.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Verplanck
Within the NFIP's national dataset, Verplanck falls in moderate-exposure territory — 9 documented incidents spanning multiple decades, with 100% of local ZIP codes sitting inside FEMA flood boundaries. That combination warrants inclusion in any thorough local water quality review.
Verplanck has a moderate flood history with 9 FEMA claims averaging $81,593 per payout. 100% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$2,500</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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