Health Violations Found NY 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Chautauqua Escapes

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EPA ID: NY0611655 · 100 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike fully compliant utilities, Chautauqua Escapes has 2 outstanding EPA violations for approximately 100 residents.

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

C · 61

Avg Safety Score

100

People Served

ZIP Code Served

Violations (5yr)

Groundwater

Water Source

0.001035 mg/L

Max Lead Level

Zone 1

Radon Risk · High

Contaminants Flagged

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Chautauqua Escapes'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.

Elevated Risk

Source Contamination Risk

40th

Wastewater Discharge Proximity

20th

Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Chautauqua County, New York rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

124 yr

Avg Pipe Age

Galvanized Steel or Lead

Pipe Material

0 yr

Est. Remaining Life

Accelerating Decay

Decay Status

Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Chautauqua Escapes compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

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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.

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 $2,700 (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

Chautauqua Escapes (EPA ID: NY0611655) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 100 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 14785 in Stow.

Average Home Safety Score: C (61/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date	Contaminant	Type	Status
October 17, 2024	Stage 2 DBP Rule	Health-based	Unresolved
October 17, 2024	Stage 2 DBP Rule	Monitoring	Unresolved
December 1, 2023	Unknown	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	Yes

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code	Lead Level	Exceeds Limit	Sample Date
14785	0.001035 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

14785 — Stow

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Chautauqua Escapes (NY0611655) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chautauqua Escapes water safe to drink?

Chautauqua Escapes has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 Chautauqua Escapes serve?

Chautauqua Escapes serves approximately 100 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.

Where does Chautauqua Escapes 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:

Confirmed Lead

Galvanized — Replacement Required

Unknown Material

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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.

Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.

Population served: 100

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 Chautauqua Escapes safe to drink? ▼

Chautauqua Escapes has a C safety grade based on 3 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.

What contaminants are in Chautauqua Escapes'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 Chautauqua Escapes serve? ▼

Chautauqua Escapes serves approximately 100 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.

What is Chautauqua Escapes's water source? ▼

Chautauqua Escapes draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.

Is there lead in Chautauqua Escapes's water? ▼

The maximum detected lead level is 0.001035 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.

Where does Chautauqua Escapes get its water? ▼

What You Can Do

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