Water System Report NY

Allegany Village

EPA ID: NY0400330 · 2,000 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Allegany Village carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 2,000 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 57
Avg Safety Score
2,000
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0045 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$113K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Allegany Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$64,299
Median Household Income
27,256
Service Area Population
60%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Allegany Village serves a community with a median household income of $64,299 and an estimated 27,256 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 60% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Allegany Village's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Cattaraugus County, New York rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

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D 11 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $960
PFAS Treatment $100
Water Filtration $60
Total Estimated Cost $2,320

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,320 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Allegany Village (EPA ID: NY0400330) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 2,000 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (57/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
14706 0.0045 mg/L No N/A
14741 0.0014 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NY or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Allegany Village (NY0400330) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allegany Village water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Allegany Village has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Allegany Village serve?

Allegany Village serves approximately 2,000 people across 5 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Allegany Village get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
40
Galvanized — Replacement Required
259
Unknown Material
417
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,000
Reported to New York

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Allegany Village safe to drink?
Allegany Village has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Allegany Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Allegany Village serve?
Allegany Village serves approximately 2,000 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Allegany Village's water source?
Allegany Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Allegany Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0045 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Allegany Village's service area?
The Allegany Village service area has a median household income of $64,299. EPA EJScreen data classifies 60% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Allegany Village get its water?
Allegany Village's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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