Monitoring Violations NY

Union Springs Village

EPA ID: NY0501725 · 2,000 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Beyond the 2 historical violations on Union Springs Village's EPA record, nothing remains open — the utility is currently compliant and supplies water to 2,000 residents.

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

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
2,000
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0042 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$178K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Union Springs Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$88,750
Median Household Income
41,888
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Union Springs Village serves a community with a median household income of $88,750 and an estimated 41,888 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Union Springs 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Cayuga 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

68 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 99% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Union Springs Village compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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C 0 violations
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Altamont, Village
2,000 people
D 11 violations
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C 8 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 $1,200
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,600

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 $2,600 (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

Union Springs Village (EPA ID: NY0501725) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 2,000 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

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

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 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
13160 0.0042 mg/L No N/A
13034 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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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 Union Springs Village (NY0501725) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Union Springs Village water safe to drink?

Union Springs Village has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Union Springs Village serve?

Union Springs Village serves approximately 2,000 people across 3 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Union Springs 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
35
Unknown Material
465
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 2022-01-01 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 Union Springs Village safe to drink?
Union Springs Village has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Union Springs Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Union Springs Village serve?
Union Springs Village serves approximately 2,000 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Union Springs Village's water source?
Union Springs Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Union Springs Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0042 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Union Springs Village's service area?
The Union Springs Village service area has a median household income of $88,750. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Union Springs Village get its water?
Union Springs 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.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Union Springs Village (EPA ID: NY0501725) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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