A96/100
NEWFANE TOWN WDS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,304 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY3100573
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1999.
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 NEWFANE TOWN WDS
Is NEWFANE TOWN WDS water safe to drink?
NEWFANE TOWN WDS water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NEWFANE TOWN WDS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in NEWFANE TOWN WDS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEWFANE TOWN WDS have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWFANE TOWN WDS has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1999. Violation types include Other.
How many people does NEWFANE TOWN WDS serve?
NEWFANE TOWN WDS serves approximately 9,304 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Newfane (T).
What type of water does NEWFANE TOWN WDS provide?
NEWFANE TOWN WDS 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 NY3100573.
How does NEWFANE TOWN WDS compare to other utilities in New York?
NEWFANE TOWN WDS scores 96/100 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.