B69/100
NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 50,193 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY3100568
Violations
28
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 2003.
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 NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD
Is NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD water safe to drink?
NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD water receives a grade of B (69/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD detected?
69 contaminants were tested in NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD have any EPA violations?
Yes, NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2003. Violation types include MR.
How many people does NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD serve?
NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD serves approximately 50,193 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Niagara Falls (C).
What type of water does NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD provide?
NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD 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 NY3100568.
How does NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD compare to other utilities in New York?
NIAGARA FALLS WATER BOARD scores 69/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.