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Winebrook Hills Water District

EPA ID: NY1500305 · 250 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Zero EPA violations over five years — Winebrook Hills Water District has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 250.

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

A · 95
Avg Safety Score
250
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00375 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$76,000
Median Household Income
381
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Winebrook Hills Water District serves a community with a median household income of $76,000 and an estimated 381 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Winebrook Hills Water District's water is pumped from underground aquifers. 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Essex 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

57 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 88% 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
Flood Insurance $1,800
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

Winebrook Hills Water District (EPA ID: NY1500305) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 250 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Average Home Safety Score: A (95/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
12852 0.00375 mg/L No N/A
12879 0.00375 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Winebrook Hills Water District (NY1500305) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Winebrook Hills Water District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Winebrook Hills Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Winebrook Hills Water District serve?

Winebrook Hills Water District serves approximately 250 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Winebrook Hills Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
105
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 250
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 Winebrook Hills Water District safe to drink?
Winebrook Hills Water District earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Winebrook Hills 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 Winebrook Hills Water District serve?
Winebrook Hills Water District serves approximately 250 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Winebrook Hills Water District's water source?
Winebrook Hills Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Winebrook Hills Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00375 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Winebrook Hills Water District's service area?
The Winebrook Hills Water District service area has a median household income of $76,000. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Winebrook Hills Water District get its water?
Winebrook Hills Water District's water is pumped from underground aquifers. 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.
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