A96/100
ECWA ORCHARD PARK — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 23,387 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY1421762
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.010 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1999.
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 ORCHARD PARK
Is ECWA ORCHARD PARK water safe to drink?
ECWA ORCHARD PARK 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 ECWA ORCHARD PARK detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ECWA ORCHARD PARK's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ECWA ORCHARD PARK have any EPA violations?
Yes, ECWA ORCHARD PARK has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1999. Violation types include Other.
How many people does ECWA ORCHARD PARK serve?
ECWA ORCHARD PARK serves approximately 23,387 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Orchard Park (T).
What type of water does ECWA ORCHARD PARK provide?
ECWA ORCHARD PARK 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 NY1421762.
How does ECWA ORCHARD PARK compare to other utilities in New York?
ECWA ORCHARD PARK 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.