Moriah Center, NY (12961): 2 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems
EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Moriah Water District)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 12961 in Moriah Center, NY contain 2 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 2 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0011 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
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Your Water System
ZIP code 12961 in Moriah Center, New York is mapped to the water system Moriah Water District (EPA ID: NY1500287). This system provides water to approximately 3,100 people from surface water sources.
There are 2 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moriah Water District | NY1500287 | 3,100 | Surface water |
| Port Henry Water District | NY1500290 | 1,831 | Surface water |
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Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 12960 (Moriah) - 1 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 12998 (Witherbee) - 2 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 12956 (Mineville) - 2 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 12974 (Port Henry) - 2 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 12928 (Crown Point) - 8 mi
- 12964 (New Russia) - 8 mi
- 12993 (Westport) - 10 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 05734 (Bridport, VT) - 11 mi
- 12855 (North Hudson) - 11 mi
- 12932 (Elizabethtown) - 12 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Moriah Water District (NY1500287) on EPA.gov.
5 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (7) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 12961 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 2 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 12961 (primary system: Moriah Water District), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 12961's water come from?
The recorded water source for Moriah Water District, a system mapped to ZIP code 12961, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 3,100 people.
How can I get my water tested in Moriah Center?
If Moriah Water District supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 12961 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 12961 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0011 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2024-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 12961?
12961 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Essex County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Moriah Center, NY (12961): 2 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/12961/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 12961
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12960 | Moriah, NY | 1.2 mi | N/A | 2 |
| 12998 | Witherbee, NY | 1.8 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 12956 | Mineville, NY | 1.9 mi | N/A | 2 |
| 12974 | Port Henry, NY | 2.2 mi | N/A | 2 |
| 12928 | Crown Point, NY | 7.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 12964 | New Russia, NY | 8.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 12993 | Westport, NY | 10.1 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 05734 | Bridport, VT | 11.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 12855 | North Hudson, NY | 11.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 12932 | Elizabethtown, NY | 12.2 mi | N/A | 1 |
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