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Somers Consolidated Water District #1

EPA ID: NY5903426 · 3,848 people served · 6 ZIP codes

In the five-year tracking period, Somers Consolidated Water District #1 filed 1 violation — each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 3,848 residents.

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

B · 77
Avg Safety Score
3,848
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.01065 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$591K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 14 (2022) to 2 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Somers Consolidated Water District #1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$145,250
Median Household Income
64,293
Service Area Population
18%
Disadvantaged Population
28th
Poverty Percentile
48th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Somers Consolidated Water District #1 serves a community with a median household income of $145,250 and an estimated 64,293 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Somers Consolidated Water District #1'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
27th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
53th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Westchester 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

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Somers Consolidated Water District #1 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 11 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New York

Warsaw Village
3,850 people
C 7 violations
Delhi Village
3,833 people
D 69 violations
C 8 violations
Sidney Village
3,800 people
D 31 violations
Liberty Village
3,900 people
C 7 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,300
Radon Mitigation $800
Water Filtration $200
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,500 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Somers Consolidated Water District #1 (EPA ID: NY5903426) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 3,848 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (77/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 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
10540 0.01065 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 5 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 Somers Consolidated Water District #1 (NY5903426) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Somers Consolidated Water District #1 water safe to drink?

Somers Consolidated Water District #1 has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Somers Consolidated Water District #1 serve?

Somers Consolidated Water District #1 serves approximately 3,848 people across 6 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Somers Consolidated Water District #1 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
446
Unknown Material
741
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 3,848
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 Somers Consolidated Water District #1 safe to drink?
Somers Consolidated Water District #1 earns a B safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Somers Consolidated Water District #1's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP 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 Somers Consolidated Water District #1 serve?
Somers Consolidated Water District #1 serves approximately 3,848 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Somers Consolidated Water District #1's water source?
Somers Consolidated Water District #1 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Somers Consolidated Water District #1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.01065 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Somers Consolidated Water District #1's service area?
The Somers Consolidated Water District #1 service area has a median household income of $145,250. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Somers Consolidated Water District #1 get its water?
Somers Consolidated Water District #1'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.

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

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