C50/100
JAMESTOWN BPU — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 46,712 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NY0600366
Violations
43
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 2014.
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 JAMESTOWN BPU
Is JAMESTOWN BPU water safe to drink?
JAMESTOWN BPU water receives a grade of C (50/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 43 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has JAMESTOWN BPU detected?
66 contaminants were tested in JAMESTOWN BPU's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JAMESTOWN BPU have any EPA violations?
Yes, JAMESTOWN BPU has 43 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does JAMESTOWN BPU serve?
JAMESTOWN BPU serves approximately 46,712 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Jamestown (C).
What type of water does JAMESTOWN BPU provide?
JAMESTOWN BPU sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY0600366.
How does JAMESTOWN BPU compare to other utilities in New York?
JAMESTOWN BPU scores 50/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.