Water System Report NY

Forest Hills Mhp

EPA ID: NY4501817 · 429 people served · 1 ZIP code

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Forest Hills Mhp reported no EPA violations for its service population of 429.

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

429
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$161K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2022) to 6 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Forest Hills Mhp Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$46,071
Median Household Income
567
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Forest Hills Mhp serves a community with a median household income of $46,071 and an estimated 567 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Forest Hills Mhp'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Saratoga County, New York rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

125 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New York

0 violations
A 5 violations
0 violations
D 3 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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

Forest Hills Mhp (EPA ID: NY4501817) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 429 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 12884 in Victory Mills.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

  • 12884 — Victory Mills

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Forest Hills Mhp (NY4501817) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forest Hills Mhp water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Forest Hills Mhp has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Forest Hills Mhp serve?

Forest Hills Mhp serves approximately 429 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.

Where does Forest Hills Mhp get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
29
Unknown Material
120
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 429
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Forest Hills Mhp meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Forest Hills Mhp serve?
Forest Hills Mhp serves approximately 429 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Forest Hills Mhp's water source?
Forest Hills Mhp draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Forest Hills Mhp's service area?
The Forest Hills Mhp service area has a median household income of $46,071. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Forest Hills Mhp get its water?
Forest Hills Mhp'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.
Home Water Systems New York Forest Hills Mhp

Get safety alerts for Forest Hills Mhp, New York

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Check your water filter options Free tool — no phone call required.