A96/100
CARLTON WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,800 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY3604569
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.011 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2011.
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 CARLTON WATER DISTRICT
Is CARLTON WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
CARLTON WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CARLTON WATER DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CARLTON WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CARLTON WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CARLTON WATER DISTRICT has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include Other.
How many people does CARLTON WATER DISTRICT serve?
CARLTON WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 2,800 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Carlton (T).
What type of water does CARLTON WATER DISTRICT provide?
CARLTON WATER DISTRICT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NY3604569.
How does CARLTON WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in New York?
CARLTON WATER DISTRICT scores 96/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.