Cairo Water District
EPA ID: NY1900025 · 1,400 people served · 4 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Cairo Water District (NY1900025): 1 health-based violation recorded since 2021. Per the federal file, all 7 violations logged for Cairo Water District carry a resolved status, and around 1,400 people get water from this system.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Cairo Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Cairo Water District have a median household income of $76,078 and about 5,199 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Cairo 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
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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
Cairo Water District (EPA ID: NY1900025) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,400 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 7 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 22, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 17, 2024 | LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| June 1, 2022 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 1, 2021 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 3 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 2 | No |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Treatment Technique | 1 | Yes |
Health Risk Details
E. coli (EPA limit: MCLG of zero; positive samples require repeat testing under the Revised Total Coliform Rule)
Some E. coli strains can cause severe GI illness and kidney failure, especially in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): UV disinfection, chlorination, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.003 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
Radon Risk in Service Area
4 of 4 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 1.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
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 available EPA compliance records for Cairo Water District (NY1900025) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cairo Water District water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Cairo Water District; its 7 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Cairo Water District serve?
Cairo Water District serves approximately 1,400 people across 4 ZIP codes in New York.
Where does Cairo Water District get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cairo Water District (NY): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny1900025/
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What You Can Do
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Cairo Water District (EPA ID: NY1900025) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.