A80/100
OGDENSBURG CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,064 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY4404394
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 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 OGDENSBURG CITY
Is OGDENSBURG CITY water safe to drink?
OGDENSBURG CITY water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 70 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has OGDENSBURG CITY detected?
70 contaminants were tested in OGDENSBURG CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OGDENSBURG CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, OGDENSBURG CITY has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does OGDENSBURG CITY serve?
OGDENSBURG CITY serves approximately 10,064 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Ogdensburg (C).
What type of water does OGDENSBURG CITY provide?
OGDENSBURG CITY 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 NY4404394.
How does OGDENSBURG CITY compare to other utilities in New York?
OGDENSBURG CITY scores 80/100 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.