Water System Report NY

West Neck Water District

EPA ID: NY5110623 · 100 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for West Neck Water District (NY5110623): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In the most recent five-year monitoring window, West Neck Water District posted zero EPA violations serving 100 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
100
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00133 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$1.0M
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Neck Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$129,826
Median Household Income
3,279
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Neck Water District serves a community with a median household income of $129,826 and an estimated 3,279 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

West Neck Water District'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 20 detections recorded. 6 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $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

West Neck Water District (EPA ID: NY5110623) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 100 people from groundwater sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (83/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 2 of 2 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00133 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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.

  • 11964 - Shelter Island
  • 11965 - Shelter Island Heights

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for West Neck Water District (NY5110623) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Neck Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for West Neck Water District 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 West Neck Water District serve?

West Neck Water District serves approximately 100 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does West Neck Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from West Neck Water District safe to drink?
West Neck Water District earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
West Neck Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does West Neck Water District serve?
West Neck Water District serves approximately 100 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is West Neck Water District's water source?
West Neck Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in West Neck Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00133 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of West Neck Water District's service area?
The West Neck Water District service area has a median household income of $129,826. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does West Neck Water District get its water?
West Neck Water District'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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