F0/100
GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,162 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NY0900220
Violations
149
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 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 GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT
Is GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 149 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT has 149 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT serve?
GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 11,162 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Plattsburgh (T).
What type of water does GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT provide?
GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY0900220.
How does GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in New York?
GREATER PLATTSBURGH WATER DISTRICT 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.