Water System Report NY

Buchanan Village

EPA ID: NY5903422 ยท 2,200 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Buchanan Village (NY5903422): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Buchanan Village - the supplier serving 2,200 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,200
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$470K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$133,688
Median Household Income
19,463
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
86%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Buchanan Village serves a community with a median household income of $133,688 and an estimated 19,463 residents across its service area. Approximately 86% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Buchanan Village's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

70 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 97% 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
Flood Insurance $1,675
Total Estimated Cost $1,675

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

Buchanan Village (EPA ID: NY5903422) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 2,200 people from surface water sources.

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

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 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)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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

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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Buchanan Village (NY5903422) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buchanan Village water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Buchanan Village 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 Buchanan Village serve?

Buchanan Village serves approximately 2,200 people across 4 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Buchanan Village get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Buchanan Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Buchanan Village serve?
Buchanan Village serves approximately 2,200 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Buchanan Village's water source?
Buchanan Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Buchanan Village's service area?
The Buchanan Village service area has a median household income of $133,688. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Buchanan Village get its water?
Buchanan Village's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Buchanan Village Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny5903422/
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