Faulkner Apartments
EPA ID: NY0422845 · 27 people served · 1 ZIP code
Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Faulkner Apartments kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 27 people served.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Faulkner Apartments serves a community with a median household income of $52,569 and an estimated 17,272 residents across its service area. Approximately 89% 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?
Faulkner Apartments'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.
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
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Faulkner Apartments (EPA ID: NY0422845) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 27 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 14760 in Olean.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 14760 — Olean
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Faulkner Apartments (NY0422845) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Faulkner Apartments water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Faulkner Apartments has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Faulkner Apartments serve?
Faulkner Apartments serves approximately 27 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.
Where does Faulkner Apartments get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.