Water System Report NY

Lake Katonah Club Inc.

EPA ID: NY5903476 ยท 356 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lake Katonah Club Inc. (NY5903476): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Lake Katonah Club Inc. carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 356 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

356
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$825K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lake Katonah Club Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$244,532
Median Household Income
13,050
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lake Katonah Club Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $244,532 and an estimated 13,050 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lake Katonah Club Inc.'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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 โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $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

Lake Katonah Club Inc. (EPA ID: NY5903476) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 356 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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
0.002 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.

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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 Lake Katonah Club Inc. (NY5903476) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Katonah Club Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Lake Katonah Club Inc. 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 Lake Katonah Club Inc. serve?

Lake Katonah Club Inc. serves approximately 356 people across 2 ZIP codes in New York.

Where does Lake Katonah Club Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Lake Katonah Club Inc. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lake Katonah Club Inc. serve?
Lake Katonah Club Inc. serves approximately 356 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Lake Katonah Club Inc.'s water source?
Lake Katonah Club Inc. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lake Katonah Club Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lake Katonah Club Inc.'s service area?
The Lake Katonah Club Inc. service area has a median household income of $244,532. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lake Katonah Club Inc. get its water?
Lake Katonah Club Inc.'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lake Katonah Club Inc. Water Quality Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny5903476/
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