Monitoring Violations NY

Tuxedo Park Village

EPA ID: NY3503557 · 1,100 people served · 4 ZIP codes

While corrective steps may be in progress, Tuxedo Park Village currently shows 1 EPA violation unresolved — serving a population of approximately 1,100.

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

D · 52
Avg Safety Score
1,100
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00131 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$374K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 8 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Tuxedo Park Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$107,506
Median Household Income
11,360
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
58th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Tuxedo Park Village serves a community with a median household income of $107,506 and an estimated 11,360 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% 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

Tuxedo Park 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
38th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Orange 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 87% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Tuxedo Park Village compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule 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. 10 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.

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

Similar-sized systems in New York

D 42 violations
0 violations
B 10 violations
Chateaugay V
1,100 people
A 1 violation
Paul Smiths College
1,100 people
B 1 violation

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 $1,050
Water Filtration $225
PFAS Treatment $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,625

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,625 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

TUXEDO PARK VILLAGE (EPA ID: NY3503557) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,100 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (52/100)

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

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
10987 0.00131 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: 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 Tuxedo Park Village (NY3503557) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tuxedo Park Village water safe to drink?

Tuxedo Park Village has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Tuxedo Park Village serve?

Tuxedo Park Village serves approximately 1,100 people across 4 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Tuxedo Park 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
690
Unknown Material
2
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: 1,100
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 Tuxedo Park Village safe to drink?
Tuxedo Park Village has a D safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Tuxedo Park Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Tuxedo Park Village serve?
Tuxedo Park Village serves approximately 1,100 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Tuxedo Park Village's water source?
Tuxedo Park Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Tuxedo Park Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00131 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Tuxedo Park Village's service area?
The Tuxedo Park Village service area has a median household income of $107,506. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Tuxedo Park Village get its water?
Tuxedo Park 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

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Tuxedo Park Village (EPA ID: NY3503557) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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