F0/100
ATHENS VILLAGE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,700 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY1900024
Violations
45
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: January 1, 2022 – March 9, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 ATHENS VILLAGE
Is ATHENS VILLAGE water safe to drink?
ATHENS VILLAGE water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 45 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ATHENS VILLAGE detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ATHENS VILLAGE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ATHENS VILLAGE have any EPA violations?
Yes, ATHENS VILLAGE has 45 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, Other, MCL. 31 are health-based violations.
How many people does ATHENS VILLAGE serve?
ATHENS VILLAGE serves approximately 1,700 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Athens (V).
What type of water does ATHENS VILLAGE provide?
ATHENS VILLAGE 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 NY1900024.
How does ATHENS VILLAGE compare to other utilities in New York?
ATHENS VILLAGE scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.