Water System Report NY

Blue Heron Mhp

EPA ID: NY5214752 · 40 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Unlike many utilities its size, Blue Heron Mhp carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 40 people.

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

C · 55
Avg Safety Score
40
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Blue Heron Mhp Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$62,750
Median Household Income
1,827
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
75th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Blue Heron Mhp serves a community with a median household income of $62,750 and an estimated 1,827 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% 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

Blue Heron Mhp'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
25th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Orange 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

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
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

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

BLUE HERON MHP (EPA ID: NY5214752) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 40 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (55/100)

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

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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

  • 12727 — Cochecton Center
  • 12764 — Narrowsburg

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Blue Heron Mhp (NY5214752) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blue Heron Mhp water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Blue Heron Mhp has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Blue Heron Mhp serve?

Blue Heron Mhp serves approximately 40 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Blue Heron Mhp 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
29
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 2015-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 40
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 Blue Heron Mhp safe to drink?
Blue Heron Mhp 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?
Blue Heron Mhp meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Blue Heron Mhp serve?
Blue Heron Mhp serves approximately 40 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Blue Heron Mhp's water source?
Blue Heron Mhp draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Blue Heron Mhp's service area?
The Blue Heron Mhp service area has a median household income of $62,750. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Blue Heron Mhp get its water?
Blue Heron Mhp'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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