A95/100
ECWA DIRECT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 335,000 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY1400443
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
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 ECWA DIRECT
Is ECWA DIRECT water safe to drink?
ECWA DIRECT water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ECWA DIRECT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in ECWA DIRECT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ECWA DIRECT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ECWA DIRECT has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR.
How many people does ECWA DIRECT serve?
ECWA DIRECT serves approximately 335,000 people, New York. The system provides water to 11 communities: Evans (T), Concord (T), Amherst (T), Depew (V), Cheektowaga (T), and 6 more.
What type of water does ECWA DIRECT provide?
ECWA DIRECT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NY1400443.
How does ECWA DIRECT compare to other utilities in New York?
ECWA DIRECT scores 95/100 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.