F0/100
GLEN COVE CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 28,000 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NY2902826
Violations
158
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 GLEN COVE CITY
Is GLEN COVE CITY water safe to drink?
GLEN COVE CITY water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 158 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GLEN COVE CITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in GLEN COVE CITY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GLEN COVE CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, GLEN COVE CITY has 158 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does GLEN COVE CITY serve?
GLEN COVE CITY serves approximately 28,000 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Glen Cove (C).
What type of water does GLEN COVE CITY provide?
GLEN COVE CITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY2902826.
How does GLEN COVE CITY compare to other utilities in New York?
GLEN COVE CITY scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.