Water Quality Report

Richville, NY (13681): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data for Gouverneur

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 13681 in Richville, NY contain 1 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

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality Concerns 1 non-health-based violation record in EPA data
Lead Risk Below action level 0.0022 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2023-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 1 claim
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 violation (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0022 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
  • Flood 1 cumulative NFIP claim record. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
1 violation
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
1
Water System
4,263
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Surface water
Water Source
0.00225 mg/L
Reported Lead Result
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$73K
Median Home Value69% below state median ($233K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable

Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
98/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
50/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
50/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (5) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 13681 in Richville, New York is mapped to the water system Gouverneur (EPA ID: NY4404385). This system provides water to approximately 4,263 people from surface water sources.

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Gouverneur (NY4404385) on EPA.gov.

4 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.

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Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (7) HIGH
Cost & Community (7) HIGH

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Richville has 1 FEMA flood claim on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 13681 was built around 1978. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Richville is 1978; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1978 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 13681 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 1 violation since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 13681 (primary system: Gouverneur), 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 13681's water come from?

The recorded water source for Gouverneur, a system mapped to ZIP code 13681, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 4,263 people.

How can I get my water tested in Richville?

If Gouverneur 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 13681 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 13681 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.00225 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2023-12-31). 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 13681?

13681 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in St. Lawrence County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 13681?

FEMA records contain 1 flood insurance claim filed in ZIP code 13681; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Richville, NY (13681): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/13681/
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Page version: October 2026.

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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 13681

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13630 De Kalb Junction, NY 5.6 mi N/A 2
13633 De Peyster, NY 6.4 mi N/A 0
13652 Hermon, NY 8.8 mi N/A 2
13642 Gouverneur, NY 8.8 mi N/A 1
13645 Hailesboro, NY 9.6 mi N/A 0
13654 Heuvelton, NY 10.8 mi N/A 0
13677 Pyrites, NY 10.8 mi N/A 0
13635 Edwards, NY 10.9 mi N/A 0
13680 Rensselaer Falls, NY 11.0 mi N/A 2
13684 Russell, NY 14.1 mi N/A 0

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