Health Violations Found NY 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Wurtsboro Village

EPA ID: NY5203352 · 1,400 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 2 violations at Wurtsboro Village remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 1,400 residents.

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

D · 52
Avg Safety Score
1,400
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00701 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$321K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 8 (2021) to 2 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wurtsboro Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$84,188
Median Household Income
23,787
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
55th
Poverty Percentile
85th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wurtsboro Village serves a community with a median household income of $84,188 and an estimated 23,787 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% 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

Wurtsboro Village'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
18th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
45th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Ulster 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

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 65% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Wurtsboro Village compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Seaview Water Company
1,400 people
0 violations
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D 51 violations
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0 violations
Port Byron Village
1,400 people
C 2 violations
Jordan Village
1,400 people
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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 $900
Water Filtration $225
Total Estimated Cost $2,325

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,325 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

WURTSBORO VILLAGE (EPA ID: NY5203352) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,400 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (52/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 1, 2025 Unknown Monitoring Unresolved
August 1, 2025 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2025 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved

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 3 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
12790 0.00701 mg/L No N/A
12721 0.00668 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Wurtsboro Village (NY5203352) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wurtsboro Village water safe to drink?

Wurtsboro Village has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Wurtsboro Village serve?

Wurtsboro Village serves approximately 1,400 people across 4 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Wurtsboro Village 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
4
Galvanized — Replacement Required
222
Unknown Material
215
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 2020-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,400
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Wurtsboro Village safe to drink?
Wurtsboro Village has a D safety grade based on 4 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Wurtsboro Village'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 Wurtsboro Village serve?
Wurtsboro Village serves approximately 1,400 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Wurtsboro Village's water source?
Wurtsboro Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Wurtsboro Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00701 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Wurtsboro Village's service area?
The Wurtsboro Village service area has a median household income of $84,188. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Wurtsboro Village get its water?
Wurtsboro Village'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

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 →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Wurtsboro Village (EPA ID: NY5203352) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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