Water System Report NY

Prospect St. Water District

EPA ID: NY0430098 · 95 people served · 1 ZIP code

EPA monitoring data for Prospect St. Water District shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 95 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

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

95
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$120K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Demographics

$68,036
Median Household Income
1,228
Service Area Population
60%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Prospect St. Water District serves a community with a median household income of $68,036 and an estimated 1,228 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% 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

Prospect St. Water District'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.

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.

Infrastructure Risk

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 92% of expected lifespan used End of life

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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 $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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

Prospect St. Water District (EPA ID: NY0430098) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 95 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 14129 in Perrysburg.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Prospect St. Water District (NY0430098) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prospect St. Water District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Prospect St. Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Prospect St. Water District serve?

Prospect St. Water District serves approximately 95 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.

Where does Prospect St. Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Prospect St. Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Prospect St. Water District serve?
Prospect St. Water District serves approximately 95 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Prospect St. Water District's water source?
Prospect St. Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Prospect St. Water District's service area?
The Prospect St. Water District service area has a median household income of $68,036. EPA EJScreen data classifies 60% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Prospect St. Water District get its water?
Prospect St. Water District'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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