Current Noncompliance NY

St. Johnsville Village Water Works

EPA ID: NY2800143 ยท 1,700 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for St. Johnsville Village Water Works (NY2800143): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Federal compliance records for St. Johnsville Village Water Works list 1 open violation that has not yet been resolved - the utility serves approximately 1,700 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,700
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0025 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$100K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for St. Johnsville Village Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$61,888
Median Household Income
10,981
Service Area Population
69%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The St. Johnsville Village Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $61,888 and an estimated 10,981 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

St. Johnsville Village 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

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

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

Detected Contaminants

How St. Johnsville Village Water Works compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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1,700 people
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1,709 people
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1,710 people
4 violations
Norwood
1,685 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,500
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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 $1,500 (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

St. Johnsville Village Water Works (EPA ID: NY2800143) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,700 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0025 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 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for St. Johnsville Village Water Works (NY2800143) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Johnsville Village Water Works water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does St. Johnsville Village Water Works serve?

St. Johnsville Village Water Works serves approximately 1,700 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does St. Johnsville Village Water Works get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in St. Johnsville Village Water Works's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 St. Johnsville Village Water Works serve?
St. Johnsville Village Water Works serves approximately 1,700 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is St. Johnsville Village Water Works's water source?
St. Johnsville Village Water Works draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in St. Johnsville Village Water Works's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0025 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of St. Johnsville Village Water Works's service area?
The St. Johnsville Village Water Works service area has a median household income of $61,888. EPA EJScreen data classifies 69% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does St. Johnsville Village Water Works get its water?
St. Johnsville Village 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). St. Johnsville Village Water Works (NY): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny2800143/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

St. Johnsville Village Water Works (EPA ID: NY2800143) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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