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Veolia Water New York

EPA ID: NY4303673 ยท 270,000 people served ยท 25 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Veolia Water New York (NY4303673): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). Veolia Water New York carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 270,000 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 83
Avg Safety Score
270,000
People Served
25
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$577K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Veolia Water New York Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$121,889
Median Household Income
337,766
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Veolia Water New York serves a community with a median household income of $121,889 and an estimated 337,766 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% 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

Veolia Water New York'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
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

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 84% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 240 detections recorded. 48 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 24 exceed 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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276,000 people
C 2 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,396
Radon Mitigation $816
PFAS Treatment $576
Water Filtration $120
Total Estimated Cost $2,908

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,908 (one-time) vs. $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

Veolia Water New York (EPA ID: NY4303673) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 270,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 25 ZIP codes across 25 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (83/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 22 of 25 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.003 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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 Veolia Water New York (NY4303673) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Veolia Water New York water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Veolia Water New York 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 Veolia Water New York serve?

Veolia Water New York serves approximately 270,000 people across 25 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Veolia Water New York get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
2145
Detections
95
Latest sample
11/12/2025
Highest analyte
PFOA: 14 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 14 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
6:2 FTS 12 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 10 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 7.6 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBA 6.8 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOS 6.8 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

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

Is water from Veolia Water New York safe to drink?
Veolia Water New York earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Veolia Water New York meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Veolia Water New York serve?
Veolia Water New York serves approximately 270,000 people with drinking water across 25 ZIP codes.
What is Veolia Water New York's water source?
Veolia Water New York draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Veolia Water New York's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Veolia Water New York's service area?
The Veolia Water New York service area has a median household income of $121,889. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Veolia Water New York get its water?
Veolia Water New York'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Veolia Water New York, NY: Serves 270K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny4303673/
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