A87/100
ALBANY CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 98,000 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY0100189
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.016 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Turbidity
When: December 19, 2024 – January 3, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ALBANY CITY
Is ALBANY CITY water safe to drink?
ALBANY CITY water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ALBANY CITY detected?
76 contaminants were tested in ALBANY CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ALBANY CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, ALBANY CITY has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does ALBANY CITY serve?
ALBANY CITY serves approximately 98,000 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Albany (C).
What type of water does ALBANY CITY provide?
ALBANY CITY sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NY0100189.
How does ALBANY CITY compare to other utilities in New York?
ALBANY CITY scores 87/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.