Historical Compliance Records NY 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Wallkill Consolidated Water District

EPA ID: NY3503584 ยท 18,450 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Wallkill Consolidated Water District (NY3503584): 4 past health-based violations, since resolved. Beyond the 89 historical violations on Wallkill Consolidated Water District's EPA record, nothing remains open - the utility is currently compliant and supplies water to 18,450 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

18,450
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
89
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00197 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
30
Contaminants Flagged
$314K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wallkill Consolidated Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$91,568
Median Household Income
67,860
Service Area Population
19%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wallkill Consolidated Water District serves a community with a median household income of $91,568 and an estimated 67,860 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Wallkill Consolidated 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 75% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Wallkill Consolidated Water District compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2015 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Atrazine 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects
Benzene 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Contaminant 2110 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen)
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Contaminant 2015 at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Atrazine at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Benzene at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L.

Contaminant 2110 at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 2015 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
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Wallkill Consolidated Water District (EPA ID: NY3503584) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 18,450 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 89 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 5 resolved, 84 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2005 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2010 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2015 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2020 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2031 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2036 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2037 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Atrazine Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2040 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2041 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2042 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2043 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2044 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2046 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2047 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Benzene Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2051 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2065 Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 4 Yes
Contaminant 2005 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2010 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2015 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2020 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2031 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2036 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2037 Other Violation 3 No
Atrazine Organic 3 No
Contaminant 2040 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2041 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2042 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2043 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2044 Other Violation 3 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00197 mg/L No N/A

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Wallkill Consolidated Water District (NY3503584) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wallkill Consolidated Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Wallkill Consolidated Water District; its 89 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Wallkill Consolidated Water District serve?

Wallkill Consolidated Water District serves approximately 18,450 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Wallkill Consolidated Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Wallkill Consolidated Water District's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2015, Atrazine, Benzene, Contaminant 2110. 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 Wallkill Consolidated Water District serve?
Wallkill Consolidated Water District serves approximately 18,450 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Wallkill Consolidated Water District's water source?
Wallkill Consolidated Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Wallkill Consolidated Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00197 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Wallkill Consolidated Water District's service area?
The Wallkill Consolidated Water District service area has a median household income of $91,568. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Wallkill Consolidated Water District get its water?
Wallkill Consolidated 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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

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