Cayuga County Water & Sewer
EPA ID: NY0530012 · 958 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cayuga County Water & Sewer (NY0530012): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Cayuga County Water & Sewer carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 958 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Cayuga County Water & Sewer Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Cayuga County Water & Sewer serves a community with a median household income of $59,541 and an estimated 41,671 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.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Cayuga County Water & Sewer'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in New York
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
Cayuga County Water & Sewer (EPA ID: NY0530012) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 958 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.002 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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
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 Cayuga County Water & Sewer (NY0530012) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cayuga County Water & Sewer water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Cayuga County Water & Sewer in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Cayuga County Water & Sewer serve?
Cayuga County Water & Sewer serves approximately 958 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.
Where does Cayuga County Water & Sewer get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cayuga County Water and Sewer Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny0530012/
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