Health Violations Found NY 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Elmsford Village

EPA ID: NY5903427 · 5,293 people served · 3 ZIP codes

The EPA enforcement database lists 1 active violation for Elmsford Village — a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 5,293 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

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

B · 79
Avg Safety Score
5,293
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
33
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0034 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
5
Contaminants Flagged
$624K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$115,809
Median Household Income
39,658
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Elmsford Village serves a community with a median household income of $115,809 and an estimated 39,658 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% 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

Elmsford 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
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

70 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 99% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Elmsford Village 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
Copper 1 mg/L (77% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 1.3 mg/L

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.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 15 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2959 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,800 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Elmsford Village (EPA ID: NY5903427) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 5,293 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (79/100)

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. 1 remains unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
November 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2023 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
August 1, 2023 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Unknown Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Resolved

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 15 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Copper Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 2959 Other Violation 1 No
Surface Water Treatment 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
10523 0.0034 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

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 Elmsford Village (NY5903427) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elmsford Village water safe to drink?

Elmsford 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 Elmsford Village serve?

Elmsford Village serves approximately 5,293 people across 3 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Elmsford Village get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

3
Confirmed Lead
3
Galvanized — Replacement Required
688
Unknown Material
448
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 5,293
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 Elmsford Village safe to drink?
Elmsford Village earns a B safety grade with 33 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Elmsford Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Contaminant 2959, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Elmsford Village serve?
Elmsford Village serves approximately 5,293 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Elmsford Village's water source?
Elmsford Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Elmsford Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0034 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Elmsford Village's service area?
The Elmsford Village service area has a median household income of $115,809. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Elmsford Village get its water?
Elmsford 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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Elmsford Village (EPA ID: NY5903427) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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