Health Violations Found NY 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Cattaraugus Village

EPA ID: NY0400335 · 1,185 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Compliance tracking for Cattaraugus Village shows 4 pending violations logged in the EPA system — the supplier delivers water to approximately 1,185 residents while those findings remain open.

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

C · 62
Avg Safety Score
1,185
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00231 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
5
Contaminants Flagged
$108K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2022) to 2 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$61,115
Median Household Income
8,034
Service Area Population
60%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cattaraugus Village serves a community with a median household income of $61,115 and an estimated 8,034 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% 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?

Surface Water

Cattaraugus Village's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated 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.

Infrastructure Risk

89 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Cattaraugus Village compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Nitrate 1 mg/L (as nitrogen) (10% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 10 mg/L (as nitrogen)
Blue baby syndrome in infants; potential cancer risk in adults

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 1032 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2049 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New York

Hancock Village
1,182 people
D 33 violations
Little Valley Village
1,188 people
C 2 violations
A 1 violation
D 0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Cattaraugus Village (EPA ID: NY0400335) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,185 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (62/100)

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

Violation History

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 4 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Nitrate Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2049 Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1032 Health-based Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 1032 Other Violation 2 Yes
Nitrate Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 2049 Other Violation 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
14138 0.00231 mg/L No N/A
14719 0.001 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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Cattaraugus Village (NY0400335) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cattaraugus Village water safe to drink?

Cattaraugus Village has recorded 2 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Cattaraugus Village serve?

Cattaraugus Village serves approximately 1,185 people across 3 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Cattaraugus Village get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
124
Unknown Material
348
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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: 1,185
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 Cattaraugus Village safe to drink?
Cattaraugus Village has a C safety grade based on 4 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Cattaraugus Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Contaminant 1032, Contaminant 2049, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Cattaraugus Village serve?
Cattaraugus Village serves approximately 1,185 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Cattaraugus Village's water source?
Cattaraugus Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Cattaraugus Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00231 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Cattaraugus Village's service area?
The Cattaraugus Village service area has a median household income of $61,115. EPA EJScreen data classifies 60% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Cattaraugus Village get its water?
Cattaraugus Village's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Cattaraugus Village (EPA ID: NY0400335) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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