Water System Report NY

Seneca Town Water District

EPA ID: NY3401178 · 2,625 people served · 2 ZIP codes

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Seneca Town Water District has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 2,625 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
2,625
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Seneca Town Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$76,743
Median Household Income
2,198
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Seneca Town Water District serves a community with a median household income of $76,743 and an estimated 2,198 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Seneca Town Water District'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Ontario 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

64 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 98% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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C 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

SENECA TOWN WD (EPA ID: NY3401178) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 2,625 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (40/100)

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 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Seneca Town Water District (NY3401178) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seneca Town Water District water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Seneca Town Water District serve?

Seneca Town Water District serves approximately 2,625 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Seneca Town Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
0
Unknown Material
1,157
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,625
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 Seneca Town Water District safe to drink?
Seneca Town Water District has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Seneca Town 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 Seneca Town Water District serve?
Seneca Town Water District serves approximately 2,625 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Seneca Town Water District's water source?
Seneca Town Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Seneca Town Water District's service area?
The Seneca Town Water District service area has a median household income of $76,743. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Seneca Town Water District get its water?
Seneca Town Water District'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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