C46/100
BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,541 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NY4500162
Violations
47
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE
Is BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE water safe to drink?
BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 47 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE have any EPA violations?
Yes, BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE has 47 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE serve?
BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE serves approximately 6,541 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Ballston Spa (V).
What type of water does BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE provide?
BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY4500162.
How does BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE compare to other utilities in New York?
BALLSTON SPA VILLAGE scores 46/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.