Water System Report NY

Sherrill - Kenwood Water District

EPA ID: NY3202419 · 3,142 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Unlike many utilities its size, Sherrill - Kenwood Water District carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 3,142 people.

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

B · 75
Avg Safety Score
3,142
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$192K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sherrill - Kenwood Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$75,792
Median Household Income
5,586
Service Area Population
36%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sherrill - Kenwood Water District serves a community with a median household income of $75,792 and an estimated 5,586 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 36% 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.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Sherrill - Kenwood Water District'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Oneida 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

76 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

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0 violations

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.

System Overview

Sherrill - Kenwood Water District (EPA ID: NY3202419) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 3,142 people from surface water sources.

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

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

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 Sherrill - Kenwood Water District (NY3202419) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sherrill - Kenwood Water District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Sherrill - Kenwood Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Sherrill - Kenwood Water District serve?

Sherrill - Kenwood Water District serves approximately 3,142 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Sherrill - Kenwood Water District 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:

187
Confirmed Lead
13
Galvanized — Replacement Required
420
Unknown Material
651
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 2009-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 3,142
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 Sherrill - Kenwood Water District safe to drink?
Sherrill - Kenwood Water District 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?
Sherrill - Kenwood Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sherrill - Kenwood Water District serve?
Sherrill - Kenwood Water District serves approximately 3,142 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Sherrill - Kenwood Water District's water source?
Sherrill - Kenwood Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sherrill - Kenwood Water District's service area?
The Sherrill - Kenwood Water District service area has a median household income of $75,792. EPA EJScreen data classifies 36% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sherrill - Kenwood Water District get its water?
Sherrill - Kenwood Water District'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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