Monitoring Violations NY

Copenhagen Village

EPA ID: NY2402361 · 850 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Copenhagen Village carried 3 violations still marked as unresolved — each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 850 people across the area it supplies.

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

B · 75
Avg Safety Score
850
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
7
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0045 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged
$183K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$75,662
Median Household Income
2,322
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Copenhagen Village serves a community with a median household income of $75,662 and an estimated 2,322 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% 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

Copenhagen 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Copenhagen Village compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 2049 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2454 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New York

C 3 violations
D 18 violations
B 1 violation
Lyons Falls Village
850 people
C 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $400

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $400 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Copenhagen Village (EPA ID: NY2402361) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 850 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 13626 in Copenhagen.

Average Home Safety Score: B (75/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

7 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2454 Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 4 No
Contaminant 2049 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2454 Other Violation 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
13626 0.0045 mg/L No N/A

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.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Copenhagen Village (NY2402361) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Copenhagen Village water safe to drink?

Copenhagen Village has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Copenhagen Village serve?

Copenhagen Village serves approximately 850 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.

Where does Copenhagen 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:

0
Confirmed Lead
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
109
Unknown Material
146
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: 850
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

Is water from Copenhagen Village safe to drink?
Copenhagen Village earns a B safety grade with 7 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Copenhagen Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Contaminant 2049, Contaminant 2454, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Copenhagen Village serve?
Copenhagen Village serves approximately 850 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Copenhagen Village's water source?
Copenhagen Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Copenhagen Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0045 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Copenhagen Village's service area?
The Copenhagen Village service area has a median household income of $75,662. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Copenhagen Village get its water?
Copenhagen 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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Copenhagen Village (EPA ID: NY2402361) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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