Water System Report NY

Youngsville Water District

EPA ID: NY5203349 · 320 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Youngsville Water District sits well above the baseline — five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 320 people.

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

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
320
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0022 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$235K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$85,220
Median Household Income
3,470
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Youngsville Water District serves a community with a median household income of $85,220 and an estimated 3,470 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% 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

Youngsville 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Sullivan 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

61 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 94% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
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

Youngsville Water District (EPA ID: NY5203349) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 320 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
12723 0.0022 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Youngsville Water District (NY5203349) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Youngsville Water District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Youngsville Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Youngsville Water District serve?

Youngsville Water District serves approximately 320 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Youngsville Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
0
Unknown Material
133
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: 320
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

Is water from Youngsville Water District safe to drink?
Youngsville Water District has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Youngsville 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 Youngsville Water District serve?
Youngsville Water District serves approximately 320 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Youngsville Water District's water source?
Youngsville Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Youngsville Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0022 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Youngsville Water District's service area?
The Youngsville Water District service area has a median household income of $85,220. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Youngsville Water District get its water?
Youngsville 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.

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3

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