D32/100
BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 31,000 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY0100191
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 BETHLEHEM WD NO 1
Is BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 water safe to drink?
BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 water receives a grade of D (32/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 17 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 detected?
69 contaminants were tested in BETHLEHEM WD NO 1's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, MR. 12 are health-based violations.
How many people does BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 serve?
BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 serves approximately 31,000 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Bethlehem (T).
What type of water does BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 provide?
BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 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 NY0100191.
How does BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 compare to other utilities in New York?
BETHLEHEM WD NO 1 scores 32/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.