B68/100
CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,000 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NY5700117
Violations
24
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.74 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS
Is CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS water receives a grade of B (68/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS detected?
2 contaminants were tested in CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR.
How many people does CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS serve?
CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS serves approximately 3,000 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Cambridge (V).
What type of water does CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS provide?
CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY5700117.
How does CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in New York?
CAMBRIDGE WATER WORKS scores 68/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.