A93/100
GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,600 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY5530280
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 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 GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT
Is GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (93/100), 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 GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT serve?
GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,600 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Kingston (C).
What type of water does GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT provide?
GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT 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 NY5530280.
How does GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in New York?
GOLDEN HILL WATER DISTRICT scores 93/100 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.