A95/100
GAINES TOWN WDS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,898 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY3600597
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.011 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2011.
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 GAINES TOWN WDS
Is GAINES TOWN WDS water safe to drink?
GAINES TOWN WDS water receives a grade of A (95/100), 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 GAINES TOWN WDS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in GAINES TOWN WDS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GAINES TOWN WDS have any EPA violations?
Yes, GAINES TOWN WDS has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does GAINES TOWN WDS serve?
GAINES TOWN WDS serves approximately 1,898 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Gaines (T).
What type of water does GAINES TOWN WDS provide?
GAINES TOWN WDS 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 NY3600597.
How does GAINES TOWN WDS compare to other utilities in New York?
GAINES TOWN WDS 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.