Upper Jay Water District
EPA ID: NY1500294 · 234 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Upper Jay Water District (NY1500294): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. EPA lists no violations for Upper Jay Water District, serving 234 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Upper Jay Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Upper Jay Water District have a median household income of $77,833 and about 3,525 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Upper Jay Water District's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Upper Jay Water District (EPA ID: NY1500294) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 234 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0006 mg/L | No | 2020-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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 available EPA compliance records for Upper Jay Water District (NY1500294) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Upper Jay Water District water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Upper Jay Water District 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 Upper Jay Water District serve?
Upper Jay Water District serves approximately 234 people across 3 ZIP codes in New York.
Where does Upper Jay Water District get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Upper Jay Water District Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny1500294/
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