Health Violations Found

Machias, NY (14101): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 3 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Machias Town Water District)

Health Violations Found High County Radon Potential

Health-based violation records by water system:

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 14101 in Machias, NY contain 27 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 1 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 Issues 1 health-based violation
Lead Risk Below action level 0.0017 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2026-12-31
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 health-based violation and 26 non-health-based (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0017 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
  • Flood 1 cumulative NFIP claim record. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
27 violations 1 health-based
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
3
Water Systems
700
People Served
1
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Reported Lead Result
Zone 1
County Radon Potential · High
$104K
Median Home Value55% below state median ($233K)

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Score Breakdown

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

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
80/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
0/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
0/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

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

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Safety & Health (5) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 14101 in Machias, New York is mapped to the water system Machias Town Water District (EPA ID: NY0400344). This system provides water to approximately 700 people from groundwater sources.

There are 3 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Machias Town Water District NY0400344 700 Groundwater
Yorkshire Town Water District #1 NY0412216 900 Groundwater
Delevan Village NY0400336 1,090 Surface water

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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 Machias Town Water District (NY0400344) 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) MODERATE

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Cost & Community (8) HIGH

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Machias 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 14101 was built around 1971. 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 Machias is 1971; 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 1971 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 14101 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 27 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 14101 (primary system: Machias Town Water District), including 1 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 14101's water come from?

The recorded water source for Machias Town Water District, a system mapped to ZIP code 14101, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 700 people.

How can I get my water tested in Machias?

If Machias Town 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 14101 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 14101 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0017 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2026-12-31). 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 14101?

14101 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Cattaraugus 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 14101?

FEMA records contain 1 flood insurance claim filed in ZIP code 14101; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is A, 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). Machias, NY (14101): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/14101/
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Page version: October 2026.

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