Bear Mountain Water Supply
EPA ID: NY4317681 · 3,564 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Bear Mountain Water Supply (NY4317681): 1 health-based violation recorded since 2021. Over the period covered by EPA data, Bear Mountain Water Supply recorded 1 violation, each listed as resolved; the utility serves 3,564 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Bear Mountain Water Supply Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Bear Mountain Water Supply have a median household income of $121,889 and about 26,831 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Bear Mountain Water Supply'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
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 30 detections recorded. 6 detections are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL (4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS), with compliance required from 2029.
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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
Bear Mountain Water Supply (EPA ID: NY4317681) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 3,564 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 1, 2023 | Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 1 | Yes |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0108 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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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 available EPA compliance records for Bear Mountain Water Supply (NY4317681) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bear Mountain Water Supply water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Bear Mountain Water Supply; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Bear Mountain Water Supply serve?
Bear Mountain Water Supply serves approximately 3,564 people across 3 ZIP codes in New York.
Where does Bear Mountain Water Supply get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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