Current Noncompliance NY

Port Henry Water District

EPA ID: NY1500290 ยท 1,831 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Port Henry Water District (NY1500290): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. In the current EPA monitoring period, Port Henry Water District has 1 violation still listed as unresolved, with the utility supplying water to approximately 1,831 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,831
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$140K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Port Henry Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$61,443
Median Household Income
4,170
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Port Henry Water District serves a community with a median household income of $61,443 and an estimated 4,170 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% 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

Port Henry Water District'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 68% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Port Henry Water District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $900
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Port Henry Water District (EPA ID: NY1500290) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,831 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2021 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0012 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.

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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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Port Henry Water District (NY1500290) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Port Henry Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Port Henry Water District serve?

Port Henry Water District serves approximately 1,831 people across 4 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Port Henry Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Port Henry Water District's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Port Henry Water District serve?
Port Henry Water District serves approximately 1,831 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Port Henry Water District's water source?
Port Henry Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Port Henry Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Port Henry Water District's service area?
The Port Henry Water District service area has a median household income of $61,443. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Port Henry Water District get its water?
Port Henry Water District'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.). Port Henry Water District (NY): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny1500290/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Port Henry Water District (EPA ID: NY1500290) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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