Seneca County Water District #1
EPA ID: NY4912215 · 1,820 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Seneca County Water District #1 (NY4912215): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Across the monitored periods in available EPA data, Seneca County Water District #1 has no violations listed for its service population of 1,820.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Seneca County Water District #1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Seneca County Water District #1 have a median household income of $78,125 and about 3,523 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Seneca County Water District #1'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
Comparable Water Systems
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System Overview
Seneca County Water District #1 (EPA ID: NY4912215) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,820 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 14541 in Romulus.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0083 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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 14541 - Romulus
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Seneca County Water District #1 (NY4912215) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Seneca County Water District #1 water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Seneca County Water District #1 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 Seneca County Water District #1 serve?
Seneca County Water District #1 serves approximately 1,820 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.
Where does Seneca County Water District #1 get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Seneca County Water District #1 Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny4912215/
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