Monitoring Violations NY

North Creek Water District

EPA ID: NY5600109 · 1,100 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 3 violations at North Creek Water District remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 1,100 residents.

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

B · 74
Avg Safety Score
1,100
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
3
Contaminants Flagged
$223K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for North Creek Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$62,039
Median Household Income
2,789
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The North Creek Water District serves a community with a median household income of $62,039 and an estimated 2,789 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% 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

North Creek 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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Warren County, New York rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

59 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How North Creek Water District compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 2049 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

NORTH CREEK WATER DISTRICT (EPA ID: NY5600109) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 1,100 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (74/100)

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

Violation History

10 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2025 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Contaminant 2049 Monitoring Unresolved
December 1, 2024 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2023 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Unknown Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Contaminant 2049 Other Violation 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
12843 0.0012 mg/L No N/A

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for North Creek Water District (NY5600109) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Creek Water District water safe to drink?

North Creek Water District has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does North Creek Water District serve?

North Creek Water District serves approximately 1,100 people across 5 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does North Creek 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
218
Unknown Material
153
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,100
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 North Creek Water District safe to drink?
North Creek Water District earns a B safety grade with 10 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in North Creek Water District's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Contaminant 2049, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants 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 North Creek Water District serve?
North Creek Water District serves approximately 1,100 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is North Creek Water District's water source?
North Creek Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in North Creek Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of North Creek Water District's service area?
The North Creek Water District service area has a median household income of $62,039. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does North Creek Water District get its water?
North Creek 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

North Creek Water District (EPA ID: NY5600109) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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