B70/100
CORTLAND (C) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,095 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NY1101754
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2010.
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 CORTLAND (C)
Is CORTLAND (C) water safe to drink?
CORTLAND (C) water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CORTLAND (C) detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CORTLAND (C)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CORTLAND (C) have any EPA violations?
Yes, CORTLAND (C) has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does CORTLAND (C) serve?
CORTLAND (C) serves approximately 20,095 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Cortland (C).
What type of water does CORTLAND (C) provide?
CORTLAND (C) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY1101754.
How does CORTLAND (C) compare to other utilities in New York?
CORTLAND (C) scores 70/100 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.