F0/100
HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,368 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NY1101757
Violations
105
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 11.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS
Is HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 105 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS has 105 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS serve?
HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS serves approximately 4,368 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Homer (V).
What type of water does HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS provide?
HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY1101757.
How does HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in New York?
HOMER VILLAGE-NEWTON WATER WORKS 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.