Sterling Lake
EPA ID: NY3512133 · 225 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sterling Lake (NY3512133): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Sterling Lake kept a clean EPA record - five years, no issues, 225 people served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Sterling Lake Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Sterling Lake serves a community with a median household income of $89,313 and an estimated 4,440 residents across its service area. Approximately 89% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Sterling Lake'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in New York
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Sterling Lake (EPA ID: NY3512133) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 225 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 10925 in Greenwood Lake.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00459 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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.
- 10925 - Greenwood Lake
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Sterling Lake (NY3512133) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sterling Lake water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Sterling Lake in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Sterling Lake serve?
Sterling Lake serves approximately 225 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.
Where does Sterling Lake get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Sterling Lake Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny3512133/
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