Homer Village-newton Water Works
EPA ID: NY1101757 · 4,368 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Homer Village-newton Water Works (NY1101757): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Homer Village-newton Water Works carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 4,368 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Homer Village-newton Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Homer Village-newton Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $70,111 and an estimated 6,567 residents across its service area. Approximately 82% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Homer Village-newton Water Works'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Homer Village-newton Water Works (EPA ID: NY1101757) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 4,368 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 13077 in Homer.
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 |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
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.
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.
- 13077 - Homer
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Homer Village-newton Water Works (NY1101757) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Homer Village-newton Water Works water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Homer Village-newton Water Works 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 Homer Village-newton Water Works serve?
Homer Village-newton Water Works serves approximately 4,368 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.
Where does Homer Village-newton Water Works get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean
This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.
Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.
Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Homer Village-newton Water Works Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny1101757/
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