Water System Report NY

Wilmington Water District

EPA ID: NY1500300 ยท 980 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Wilmington Water District (NY1500300): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Over five tracked years, Wilmington Water District has stayed completely violation-free for its 980 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

980
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0056 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$208K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$71,083
Median Household Income
9,818
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wilmington Water District serves a community with a median household income of $71,083 and an estimated 9,818 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% 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

Wilmington 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

67 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
6 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 92% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,350

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

Wilmington Water District (EPA ID: NY1500300) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 980 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

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
0.0056 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 3 (Low Risk)

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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Wilmington Water District (NY1500300) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilmington Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Wilmington 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 Wilmington Water District serve?

Wilmington Water District serves approximately 980 people across 3 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Wilmington Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Wilmington Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Wilmington Water District serve?
Wilmington Water District serves approximately 980 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Wilmington Water District's water source?
Wilmington Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Wilmington Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0056 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Wilmington Water District's service area?
The Wilmington Water District service area has a median household income of $71,083. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Wilmington Water District get its water?
Wilmington 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.

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