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Franklin Village

EPA ID: NY1200262 · 481 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Franklin Village, 32 violations appear in the five-year dataset, but none remain open — the utility has addressed each finding and is in current compliance, with no pending enforcement affecting the 481 people in its service area.

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

C · 56
Avg Safety Score
481
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
32
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0015 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
6
Contaminants Flagged
$208K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Franklin Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$74,271
Median Household Income
2,752
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Franklin Village serves a community with a median household income of $74,271 and an estimated 2,752 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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

Franklin 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Delaware 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

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 75% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Franklin Village compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 10 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2049 at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2806 at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

FRANKLIN VILLAGE (EPA ID: NY1200262) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 481 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (56/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 10 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 6 No
Contaminant 2049 Other Violation 4 No
Contaminant 2806 Other Violation 3 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 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
13775 0.0015 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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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Franklin Village (NY1200262) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Franklin Village water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Franklin Village serve?

Franklin Village serves approximately 481 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Franklin 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
32
Unknown Material
151
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 481
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 Franklin Village safe to drink?
Franklin Village has a C safety grade based on 32 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Franklin Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Contaminant 2049. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants 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 Franklin Village serve?
Franklin Village serves approximately 481 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Franklin Village's water source?
Franklin Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Franklin Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0015 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Franklin Village's service area?
The Franklin Village service area has a median household income of $74,271. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Franklin Village get its water?
Franklin 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Franklin Village (EPA ID: NY1200262) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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