Water System Report NY

Alexandria Bay Village

EPA ID: NY2202329 ยท 1,900 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Alexandria Bay Village (NY2202329): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Alexandria Bay Village carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 1,900 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,900
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0026 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$184K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Alexandria Bay Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$80,497
Median Household Income
3,230
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Alexandria Bay Village serves a community with a median household income of $80,497 and an estimated 3,230 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.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Alexandria Bay 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
25th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

59 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 87% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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1,856 people
D 49 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,750

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.

System Overview

Alexandria Bay Village (EPA ID: NY2202329) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,900 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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
0.0026 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 2 (Moderate 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Alexandria Bay Village (NY2202329) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexandria Bay Village water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Alexandria Bay Village 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 Alexandria Bay Village serve?

Alexandria Bay Village serves approximately 1,900 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Alexandria Bay Village get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Alexandria Bay Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Alexandria Bay Village serve?
Alexandria Bay Village serves approximately 1,900 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Alexandria Bay Village's water source?
Alexandria Bay Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Alexandria Bay Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0026 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Alexandria Bay Village's service area?
The Alexandria Bay Village service area has a median household income of $80,497. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Alexandria Bay Village get its water?
Alexandria Bay 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Alexandria Bay Village Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny2202329/
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