Somers Chase Water Works Corporation
EPA ID: NY5930049 · 224 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Somers Chase Water Works Corporation (NY5930049): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Somers Chase Water Works Corporation carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 224 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Somers Chase Water Works Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Somers Chase Water Works Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $123,293 and an estimated 7,266 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Somers Chase Water Works Corporation'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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 7 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Somers Chase Water Works Corporation (EPA ID: NY5930049) is a community water system in New York that serves approximately 224 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 10589 in Somers.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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.
- 10589 - Somers
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Somers Chase Water Works Corporation (NY5930049) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Somers Chase Water Works Corporation water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Somers Chase Water Works Corporation 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 Somers Chase Water Works Corporation serve?
Somers Chase Water Works Corporation serves approximately 224 people across 1 ZIP code in New York.
Where does Somers Chase Water Works Corporation get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Somers Chase Water Works Corporation Water Report, NY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ny5930049/
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