A94/100
CARMEL WD 3 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,350 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NY3903642
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1993.
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 CARMEL WD 3
Is CARMEL WD 3 water safe to drink?
CARMEL WD 3 water receives a grade of A (94/100), 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 CARMEL WD 3 detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CARMEL WD 3's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CARMEL WD 3 have any EPA violations?
Yes, CARMEL WD 3 has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1993. Violation types include MR.
How many people does CARMEL WD 3 serve?
CARMEL WD 3 serves approximately 1,350 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Carmel (T).
What type of water does CARMEL WD 3 provide?
CARMEL WD 3 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY3903642.
How does CARMEL WD 3 compare to other utilities in New York?
CARMEL WD 3 scores 94/100 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.