Monitoring Violations NY

Hancock Village

EPA ID: NY1200266 · 1,182 people served · 1 ZIP code

Where compliant utilities carry no open actions, Hancock Village shows 7 active EPA violations in the federal database for a service population of approximately 1,182.

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

D · 46
Avg Safety Score
1,182
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
33
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
11
Contaminants Flagged
$153K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$56,176
Median Household Income
2,200
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hancock Village serves a community with a median household income of $56,176 and an estimated 2,200 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% 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

Hancock 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

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 97% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Hancock Village compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
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

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

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.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2049 at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New York

A 1 violation
D 0 violations
Cattaraugus Village
1,185 people
C 4 violations
Little Valley Village
1,188 people
C 2 violations
0 violations

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

Hancock Village (EPA ID: NY1200266) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,182 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 13783 in Hancock.

Average Home Safety Score: D (46/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
March 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2806 Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 8 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 6 No
Contaminant 2049 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2806 Other Violation 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Contaminant 1019 Other Violation 1 No
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 2428 Other Violation 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Contaminant 2959 Other Violation 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
13783 0.003 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 Hancock Village (NY1200266) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hancock Village water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Hancock Village serve?

Hancock Village serves approximately 1,182 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.

Where does Hancock 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:

5
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
6
Unknown Material
456
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 1,182
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 Hancock Village safe to drink?
Hancock Village has a D safety grade based on 33 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Hancock Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Surface Water Treatment Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. 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 Hancock Village serve?
Hancock Village serves approximately 1,182 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hancock Village's water source?
Hancock Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hancock Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hancock Village's service area?
The Hancock Village service area has a median household income of $56,176. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Hancock Village get its water?
Hancock 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

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3

Contact your utility

Hancock Village (EPA ID: NY1200266) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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