Water System Report NY

Nelliston (v) Water Works

EPA ID: NY2800141 · 535 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring records confirm Nelliston (v) Water Works has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 535 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

B · 75
Avg Safety Score
535
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$56K
Median Home Value in Service Area

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Nelliston (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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Montgomery County, New York rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

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

125 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

Nelliston (v) Water Works (EPA ID: NY2800141) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 535 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 13410 in Nelliston.

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

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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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 Nelliston (v) Water Works (NY2800141) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nelliston (v) Water Works water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Nelliston (v) Water Works has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Nelliston (v) Water Works serve?

Nelliston (v) Water Works serves approximately 535 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.

Where does Nelliston (v) Water Works 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
39
Unknown Material
177
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2005-01-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 535
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 Nelliston (v) Water Works safe to drink?
Nelliston (v) Water Works 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?
Nelliston (v) Water Works meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Nelliston (v) Water Works serve?
Nelliston (v) Water Works serves approximately 535 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Nelliston (v) Water Works's water source?
Nelliston (v) Water Works draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Where does Nelliston (v) Water Works get its water?
Nelliston (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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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