Health Violations Found NY 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Unadilla Village

EPA ID: NY3800158 · 1,128 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Unadilla Village, 12 violations are listed as unresolved — those findings cover the utility's service area of approximately 1,128 people and remain open in the federal compliance system, awaiting formal corrective action documentation.

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

C · 56
Avg Safety Score
1,128
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
33
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0035 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
9
Contaminants Flagged
$115K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Unadilla Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$54,088
Median Household Income
5,713
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
55th
Poverty Percentile
85th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Unadilla Village serves a community with a median household income of $54,088 and an estimated 5,713 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?

Groundwater

Unadilla Village's water is pumped from underground aquifers. 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
35th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Delaware 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

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 85% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Unadilla Village compares to EPA limits

Lead 2 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Lead at 2 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 16 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis 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 $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,550

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 $2,550 (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

UNADILLA VILLAGE (EPA ID: NY3800158) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,128 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (56/100)

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

Violation History

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 12 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
March 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
February 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
December 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
November 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
September 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2428 Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Lead Monitoring Unresolved
December 1, 2023 Chlorine residual Health-based Resolved
November 1, 2023 Chlorine residual Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2023 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Lead Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 16 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Lead Inorganic 2 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Chlorine residual Disinfectant 2 Yes
Contaminant 2049 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2428 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2806 Other Violation 1 No

Health Risk Details

Chlorine (Residual Disinfectant) (EPA limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL — Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level))

Irritation & DBP formation at high levels; protective at normal treatment levels At-risk groups: people with asthma or chemical sensitivities, kidney dialysis patients (water must be dechlorinated).

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), KDF media filter, carbon block filter. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
13849 0.0035 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: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Unadilla Village (NY3800158) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Unadilla Village water safe to drink?

Unadilla Village has recorded 2 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Unadilla Village serve?

Unadilla Village serves approximately 1,128 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Unadilla Village get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
292
Unknown Material
187
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 1,128
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 Unadilla Village safe to drink?
Unadilla Village has a C safety grade based on 33 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Unadilla Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. 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 Unadilla Village serve?
Unadilla Village serves approximately 1,128 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Unadilla Village's water source?
Unadilla Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Unadilla Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0035 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Unadilla Village's service area?
The Unadilla Village service area has a median household income of $54,088. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Unadilla Village get its water?
Unadilla Village's water is pumped from underground aquifers. 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. 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

Unadilla Village (EPA ID: NY3800158) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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