Water System Report NY

Hopewell Cons Water District 1

EPA ID: NY3411948 · 3,781 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Hopewell Cons Water District 1 — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 3,781 residents.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
3,781
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0021 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$197K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 2 (2021) to 6 (2023). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hopewell Cons Water District 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$76,743
Median Household Income
36,632
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hopewell Cons Water District 1 serves a community with a median household income of $76,743 and an estimated 36,632 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% 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

Hopewell Cons Water District 1'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
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

65 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 93% 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. 1 detection 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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0 violations
Sidney Village
3,800 people
D 31 violations
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D 69 violations
B 1 violation
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3,850 people
C 7 violations

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 $1,200
Water Filtration $400
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $2,967

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 $2,967 (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

Hopewell Cons Water District 1 (EPA ID: NY3411948) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 3,781 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
14561 0.0021 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.

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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: 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 Hopewell Cons Water District 1 (NY3411948) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hopewell Cons Water District 1 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Hopewell Cons Water District 1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Hopewell Cons Water District 1 serve?

Hopewell Cons Water District 1 serves approximately 3,781 people across 3 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Hopewell Cons Water District 1 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
232

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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
587
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: 3,781
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 Hopewell Cons Water District 1 safe to drink?
Hopewell Cons Water District 1 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?
Hopewell Cons Water District 1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Hopewell Cons Water District 1 serve?
Hopewell Cons Water District 1 serves approximately 3,781 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Hopewell Cons Water District 1's water source?
Hopewell Cons Water District 1 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hopewell Cons Water District 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0021 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hopewell Cons Water District 1's service area?
The Hopewell Cons Water District 1 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 Hopewell Cons Water District 1 get its water?
Hopewell Cons Water District 1'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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