Water System Report NY

North Hornell Village

EPA ID: NY5001216 · 732 people served · 1 ZIP code

With a five-year violation-free history, North Hornell Village delivers safe water to 732 residents.

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

732
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$104K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 76% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for North Hornell Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$56,004
Median Household Income
12,452
Service Area Population
47%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
83%
Pre-1986 Housing

The North Hornell Village serves a community with a median household income of $56,004 and an estimated 12,452 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 47% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

North Hornell Village'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Steuben County, New York rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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

North Hornell Village (EPA ID: NY5001216) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 732 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 14843 in Hornell.

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.

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

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

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for North Hornell Village (NY5001216) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Hornell Village water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, North Hornell Village has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does North Hornell Village serve?

North Hornell Village serves approximately 732 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.

Where does North Hornell Village 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
5
Galvanized — Replacement Required
213
Unknown Material
121
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 732
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
North Hornell Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does North Hornell Village serve?
North Hornell Village serves approximately 732 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is North Hornell Village's water source?
North Hornell Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of North Hornell Village's service area?
The North Hornell Village service area has a median household income of $56,004. EPA EJScreen data classifies 47% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does North Hornell Village get its water?
North Hornell Village'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.
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