Mcwa Genesee
EPA ID: NY1800547 · 16,541 people served · 11 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Mcwa Genesee (NY1800547): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Mcwa Genesee earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring - no violations in five years across a service area of 16,541 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Mcwa Genesee Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Mcwa Genesee serves a community with a median household income of $81,711 and an estimated 57,714 residents across its service area. Approximately 81% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Mcwa Genesee'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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in New York
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Mcwa Genesee (EPA ID: NY1800547) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 16,541 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 11 ZIP codes across 11 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0054 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 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
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: 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.
- 14005 - Alexander
- 14011 - Attica
- 14020 - Batavia
- 14036 - Corfu
- 14040 - Darien Center
- 14054 - East Bethany
- 14143 - Stafford
- 14416 - Bergen
- 14422 - Byron
- 14482 - Le Roy
- 14525 - Pavilion
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mcwa Genesee (NY1800547) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mcwa Genesee water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Mcwa Genesee 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 Mcwa Genesee serve?
Mcwa Genesee serves approximately 16,541 people across 11 ZIP codes in New York.
Where does Mcwa Genesee get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Mcwa Genesee, NY: Serves 17K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny1800547/
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