Water System Report NY

Morrisonville Water District

EPA ID: NY0900226 ยท 1,300 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Morrisonville Water District (NY0900226): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Morrisonville Water District kept a clean EPA record - five years, no issues, 1,300 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,300
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$176K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Morrisonville Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$70,972
Median Household Income
40,680
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Morrisonville Water District serves a community with a median household income of $70,972 and an estimated 40,680 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Morrisonville Water District'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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1,306 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,350
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $125
Water Filtration $75
Total Estimated Cost $1,950

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,950 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Morrisonville Water District (EPA ID: NY0900226) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,300 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0014 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Morrisonville Water District (NY0900226) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morrisonville Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Morrisonville Water District 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 Morrisonville Water District serve?

Morrisonville Water District serves approximately 1,300 people across 4 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Morrisonville Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Morrisonville 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 Morrisonville Water District serve?
Morrisonville Water District serves approximately 1,300 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Morrisonville Water District's water source?
Morrisonville Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Morrisonville Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Morrisonville Water District's service area?
The Morrisonville Water District service area has a median household income of $70,972. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Morrisonville Water District get its water?
Morrisonville Water District'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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