Monitoring Violations NY

Port Leyden Village

EPA ID: NY2402368 · 820 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Based on the latest federal compliance data, Port Leyden Village has 2 violations that the EPA has not yet closed — those outstanding findings are part of the enforcement record for a utility that delivers water to approximately 820 people throughout its service territory.

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

B · 76
Avg Safety Score
820
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0095 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
2
Contaminants Flagged
$113K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Port Leyden Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$54,848
Median Household Income
2,733
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Port Leyden Village serves a community with a median household income of $54,848 and an estimated 2,733 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% 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

Port Leyden 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.

Moderate 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

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Port Leyden Village compares to EPA limits

Nitrate 1 mg/L (as nitrogen) (10% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 10 mg/L (as nitrogen)
Blue baby syndrome in infants; potential cancer risk in adults

What This Means For You

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

Nitrate was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,900 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Port Leyden Village (EPA ID: NY2402368) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 820 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (76/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
June 1, 2023 Nitrate Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Nitrate Inorganic 1 No
Stage 1 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
13433 0.0095 mg/L No N/A
13368 0.001 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

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 Port Leyden Village (NY2402368) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Port Leyden Village water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Port Leyden Village serve?

Port Leyden Village serves approximately 820 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Port Leyden 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
5
Galvanized — Replacement Required
203
Unknown Material
44
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: 820
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 Port Leyden Village safe to drink?
Port Leyden Village earns a B safety grade with 2 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Port Leyden Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Nitrate. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Port Leyden Village serve?
Port Leyden Village serves approximately 820 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Port Leyden Village's water source?
Port Leyden Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Port Leyden Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0095 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Port Leyden Village's service area?
The Port Leyden Village service area has a median household income of $54,848. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Port Leyden Village get its water?
Port Leyden 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Port Leyden Village (EPA ID: NY2402368) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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