Water System Report NY

Croghan Village

EPA ID: NY2402362 · 900 people served · 1 ZIP code

Croghan Village's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric — no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 900 residents year after year.

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

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
900
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$159K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$61,250
Median Household Income
1,956
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Croghan Village serves a community with a median household income of $61,250 and an estimated 1,956 residents across its service area. 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?

Groundwater

Croghan Village's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low 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

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New York

C 10 violations
C 4 violations
B 2 violations
0 violations
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.

System Overview

Croghan Village (EPA ID: NY2402362) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 900 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 13327 in Croghan.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

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

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
13327 0.0011 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Croghan Village (NY2402362) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Croghan Village water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Croghan Village serve?

Croghan Village serves approximately 900 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.

Where does Croghan Village get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
2
Galvanized — Replacement Required
172
Unknown Material
167
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: 900
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 Croghan Village safe to drink?
Croghan Village earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Croghan Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Croghan Village serve?
Croghan Village serves approximately 900 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Croghan Village's water source?
Croghan Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Croghan Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Croghan Village's service area?
The Croghan Village service area has a median household income of $61,250. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Croghan Village get its water?
Croghan Village's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
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