F0/100
HERKIMER VILLAGE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,606 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY2102306
Violations
168
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.019 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
17
Violations (last 5yr)
11
Unresolved
17
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: April 1, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: January 1, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Other non-health-based violation
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: October 1, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: July 1, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: April 1, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: January 1, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: October 1, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: July 1, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: April 1, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: January 1, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: October 1, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: July 1, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: April 1, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: January 1, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
When: October 1, 2021Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 HERKIMER VILLAGE
Is HERKIMER VILLAGE water safe to drink?
HERKIMER VILLAGE water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 168 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HERKIMER VILLAGE detected?
52 contaminants were tested in HERKIMER VILLAGE's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HERKIMER VILLAGE have any EPA violations?
Yes, HERKIMER VILLAGE has 168 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, MR, MCL. 42 are health-based violations.
How many people does HERKIMER VILLAGE serve?
HERKIMER VILLAGE serves approximately 7,606 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Herkimer (V).
What type of water does HERKIMER VILLAGE provide?
HERKIMER VILLAGE sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NY2102306.
How does HERKIMER VILLAGE compare to other utilities in New York?
HERKIMER VILLAGE 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.