Water System Report NY

Plandome (v)

EPA ID: NY2902846 ยท 1,600 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Plandome (v) (NY2902846): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Plandome (v) delivers safe water to 1,600 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,600
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$1.4M
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Plandome (v) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$200,606
Median Household Income
50,360
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Plandome (v) serves a community with a median household income of $200,606 and an estimated 50,360 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Plandome (v)'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
90th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 13 detections recorded. 5 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,700 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Plandome (v) (EPA ID: NY2902846) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,600 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

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 Plandome (v) (NY2902846) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plandome (v) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Plandome (v) in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Plandome (v) serve?

Plandome (v) serves approximately 1,600 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Plandome (v) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Plandome (v) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Plandome (v) serve?
Plandome (v) serves approximately 1,600 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Plandome (v)'s water source?
Plandome (v) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Plandome (v)'s service area?
The Plandome (v) service area has a median household income of $200,606. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Plandome (v) get its water?
Plandome (v)'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Plandome (v) Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny2902846/
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