Federal Correctional Inst.
EPA ID: NY3517527 · 1,580 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Federal Correctional Inst. (NY3517527): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. No violations appear in the federal EPA file for Federal Correctional Inst., which supplies 1,580 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Federal Correctional Inst. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Federal Correctional Inst. have a median household income of $72,219 and about 2,245 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 70% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Federal Correctional Inst.'s water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Federal Correctional Inst. (EPA ID: NY3517527) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,580 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 12780 in Sparrow Bush.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0021 mg/L | No | 2023-12-31 |
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: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 12780 - Sparrow Bush
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Federal Correctional Inst. (NY3517527) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Federal Correctional Inst. water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Federal Correctional Inst. 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 Federal Correctional Inst. serve?
Federal Correctional Inst. serves approximately 1,580 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.
Where does Federal Correctional Inst. get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Federal Correctional Inst. Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny3517527/
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