Historical Compliance Records NY

Saratoga Country Estates

EPA ID: NY4519642 ยท 115 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Saratoga Country Estates (NY4519642): 4 EPA violations in the last five years. Federal water data for Saratoga Country Estates logs 4 historical violations - all addressed and cleared, leaving the utility in current compliance for 115 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

115
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0033 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$364K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Saratoga Country Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$99,604
Median Household Income
57,491
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Saratoga Country Estates serves a community with a median household income of $99,604 and an estimated 57,491 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Saratoga Country Estates'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
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

34 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 49% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Saratoga Country Estates compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.

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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $800
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,250

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,250 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Saratoga Country Estates (EPA ID: NY4519642) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 115 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 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
March 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based 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 4 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0033 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.

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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 the full compliance record for Saratoga Country Estates (NY4519642) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saratoga Country Estates water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Saratoga Country Estates; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Saratoga Country Estates serve?

Saratoga Country Estates serves approximately 115 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Saratoga Country Estates get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Saratoga Country Estates's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Saratoga Country Estates serve?
Saratoga Country Estates serves approximately 115 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Saratoga Country Estates's water source?
Saratoga Country Estates draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Saratoga Country Estates's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0033 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Saratoga Country Estates's service area?
The Saratoga Country Estates service area has a median household income of $99,604. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Saratoga Country Estates get its water?
Saratoga Country Estates'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Saratoga Country Estates (NY): 4 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny4519642/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Saratoga Country Estates (EPA ID: NY4519642) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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