B78/100
EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,843 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY4100051
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 324.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D.
Is EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. water safe to drink?
EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. detected?
69 contaminants were tested in EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D.'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. have any EPA violations?
Yes, EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. serve?
EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. serves approximately 15,843 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Rensselaer (C).
What type of water does EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. provide?
EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. 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 NY4100051.
How does EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. compare to other utilities in New York?
EAST GREENBUSH GENERAL W.D. scores 78/100 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.