Health Violations Found NY 11 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Elbridge Village

EPA ID: NY3304312 · 1,519 people served · 6 ZIP codes

Elbridge Village's current EPA file includes 8 unresolved violations — every outstanding finding is documented in federal records for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 1,519 residents across its service territory.

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

D · 43
Avg Safety Score
1,519
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
18
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.004 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
7
Contaminants Flagged
$161K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 7 (2021) to 13 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Elbridge Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$76,484
Median Household Income
14,131
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
42th
Poverty Percentile
45th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Elbridge Village serves a community with a median household income of $76,484 and an estimated 14,131 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Elbridge Village'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
68th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Onondaga County, New York rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 68th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 80% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Elbridge Village compares to EPA limits

Chloroform 5 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Chloroform at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

E. coli at 5 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

Contaminant 2806 at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 1052 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded.

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 →

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 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

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,550

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $8,025

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$11,680
10 years
$23,360
20 years
$46,720

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,550 (one-time) vs. $23,360 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

Elbridge Village (EPA ID: NY3304312) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,519 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (43/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

11 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 8 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 E. coli Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2829 Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 E. coli Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Chloroform Health-based Unresolved
March 1, 2023 E. coli Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1052 Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Chloroform Disinfection Byproducts 5 Yes
E. coli Microbiological 5 Yes
Contaminant 2806 Other Violation 4 Yes
Contaminant 1052 Other Violation 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Contaminant 2829 Other Violation 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))

Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.

Removal methods: UV disinfection (99.99%), chlorination, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
13060 0.004 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 4 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Elbridge Village (NY3304312) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elbridge Village water safe to drink?

Elbridge Village has recorded 11 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Elbridge Village serve?

Elbridge Village serves approximately 1,519 people across 6 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Elbridge Village 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
258
Unknown Material
412
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,519
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 Elbridge Village safe to drink?
Elbridge Village has a D safety grade based on 18 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Elbridge Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Chloroform, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), E. coli, Contaminant 2806. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Elbridge Village serve?
Elbridge Village serves approximately 1,519 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Elbridge Village's water source?
Elbridge Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Elbridge Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.004 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Elbridge Village's service area?
The Elbridge Village service area has a median household income of $76,484. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Elbridge Village get its water?
Elbridge Village'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

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 →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Elbridge Village (EPA ID: NY3304312) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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