Water System Report NY

Fort Covington Water District

EPA ID: NY1600007 · 900 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fort Covington Water District (NY1600007): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Across every monitored period in the past five years, Fort Covington Water District reported no EPA violations for its service population of 900.

Data: EPA SDWIS

900
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0021 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$103K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$49,265
Median Household Income
4,725
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fort Covington Water District serves a community with a median household income of $49,265 and an estimated 4,725 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% 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

Fort Covington 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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

67 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
6 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
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
Flood Insurance $1,200
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.

System Overview

Fort Covington Water District (EPA ID: NY1600007) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 900 people from groundwater 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
0.0021 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Fort Covington Water District (NY1600007) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Covington Water District water safe to drink?

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

Fort Covington Water District serves approximately 900 people across 3 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Fort Covington Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Fort Covington 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 Fort Covington Water District serve?
Fort Covington Water District serves approximately 900 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Fort Covington Water District's water source?
Fort Covington Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fort Covington Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0021 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fort Covington Water District's service area?
The Fort Covington Water District service area has a median household income of $49,265. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fort Covington Water District get its water?
Fort Covington 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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