Health Violations Found NY 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Ecwa Evans

EPA ID: NY1400445 · 12,417 people served · 2 ZIP codes

In the current EPA monitoring period, Ecwa Evans has 2 violations still listed as unresolved, with the utility supplying water to approximately 12,417 residents.

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

D · 47
Avg Safety Score
12,417
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
6
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0078 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$168K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Ecwa Evans Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$69,272
Median Household Income
15,426
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Ecwa Evans serves a community with a median household income of $69,272 and an estimated 15,426 residents across its service area. Approximately 87% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Ecwa Evans'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.

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

About 1% of homes in Erie 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

67 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 99% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Ecwa Evans 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.

Stage 2 DBP Rule 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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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New York

B 1 violation
Dunkirk City
12,743 people
D 3 violations
Suffern Village
12,000 people
B 3 violations
Monroe Village
12,000 people
0 violations
C 9 violations

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 $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,550

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,550 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Ecwa Evans (EPA ID: NY1400445) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 12,417 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (47/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
December 1, 2024 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2024 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 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
14006 0.0078 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

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 Ecwa Evans (NY1400445) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ecwa Evans water safe to drink?

Ecwa Evans has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Ecwa Evans serve?

Ecwa Evans serves approximately 12,417 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Ecwa Evans get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
34
Galvanized — Replacement Required
1,071
Unknown Material
4,265
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 2014-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 12,338
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 Ecwa Evans safe to drink?
Ecwa Evans has a D safety grade based on 6 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Ecwa Evans's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Ecwa Evans serve?
Ecwa Evans serves approximately 12,417 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Ecwa Evans's water source?
Ecwa Evans draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Ecwa Evans's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0078 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Ecwa Evans's service area?
The Ecwa Evans service area has a median household income of $69,272. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Ecwa Evans get its water?
Ecwa Evans'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

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