Water System Report NY

Athens Village

EPA ID: NY1900024 · 1,700 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Athens Village has stayed completely violation-free for its 1,700 residents.

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

1,700
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$255K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 5 (2021) to 2 (2022). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Athens Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,182
Median Household Income
14,118
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Athens Village serves a community with a median household income of $75,182 and an estimated 14,118 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Athens Village'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Greene County, New York rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $450
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,750

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,750 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Athens Village (EPA ID: NY1900024) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,700 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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 Athens Village (NY1900024) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Athens Village water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Athens Village has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Athens Village serve?

Athens Village serves approximately 1,700 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Athens Village get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

99
Confirmed Lead
19
Galvanized — Replacement Required
117
Unknown Material
428
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,700
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

Should I use a water filter?
Athens Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Athens Village serve?
Athens Village serves approximately 1,700 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Athens Village's water source?
Athens Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Athens Village's service area?
The Athens Village service area has a median household income of $75,182. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Athens Village get its water?
Athens Village'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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