Fonda (v) Water Works
EPA ID: NY2800138 ยท 1,080 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fonda (v) Water Works (NY2800138): 8 past health-based violations, since resolved. Despite the 8 historical violations in its record, Fonda (v) Water Works has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 1,080 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Fonda (v) Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Fonda (v) Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $73,050 and an estimated 2,717 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 69% 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.
๐ Where Does Your Water Come From?
Fonda (v) Water Works'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Fonda (v) Water Works compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Fecal Coliform at 6 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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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
Fonda (v) Water Works (EPA ID: NY2800138) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,080 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 12068 in Fonda.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 1, 2026 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| December 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| June 1, 2024 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2024 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2022 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2022 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2021 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 6 | Yes |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | Yes |
Health Risk Details
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0076 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
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ this helps flush lead from your pipes.
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.
- 12068 - Fonda
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Fonda (v) Water Works (NY2800138) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fonda (v) Water Works water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Fonda (v) Water Works; its 8 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Fonda (v) Water Works serve?
Fonda (v) Water Works serves approximately 1,080 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.
Where does Fonda (v) Water Works get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fonda (v) Water Works (NY): 8 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny2800138/
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What You Can Do
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