Water System Report NY

Fishkill Plains

EPA ID: NY1302805 ยท 900 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fishkill Plains (NY1302805): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Fishkill Plains has supplied tap water to 900 residents with no violations of any type on record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

900
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0051 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$441K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fishkill Plains Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$134,950
Median Household Income
26,770
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fishkill Plains serves a community with a median household income of $134,950 and an estimated 26,770 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Fishkill Plains's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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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.

System Overview

Fishkill Plains (EPA ID: NY1302805) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 900 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 12533 in Hopewell Junction.

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
0.0051 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.

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 $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.

  • 12533 - Hopewell Junction

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Fishkill Plains (NY1302805) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fishkill Plains water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Fishkill Plains 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 Fishkill Plains serve?

Fishkill Plains serves approximately 900 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.

Where does Fishkill Plains get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Fishkill Plains meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fishkill Plains serve?
Fishkill Plains serves approximately 900 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Fishkill Plains's water source?
Fishkill Plains draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fishkill Plains's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0051 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fishkill Plains's service area?
The Fishkill Plains service area has a median household income of $134,950. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fishkill Plains get its water?
Fishkill Plains's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fishkill Plains Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny1302805/
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