C44/100
BLUE LAKE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,850 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY3512132
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 281.58 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 BLUE LAKE
Is BLUE LAKE water safe to drink?
BLUE LAKE water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 10 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BLUE LAKE detected?
27 contaminants were tested in BLUE LAKE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BLUE LAKE have any EPA violations?
Yes, BLUE LAKE has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MCL, TT. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does BLUE LAKE serve?
BLUE LAKE serves approximately 1,850 people, New York. The system provides water to 2 communities: Warwick (T), Tuxedo (T).
What type of water does BLUE LAKE provide?
BLUE LAKE 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 NY3512132.
How does BLUE LAKE compare to other utilities in New York?
BLUE LAKE scores 44/100 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.