A83/100
OWASCO WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,000 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY0501721
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 OWASCO WATER DISTRICT
Is OWASCO WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
OWASCO WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has OWASCO WATER DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in OWASCO WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OWASCO WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, OWASCO WATER DISTRICT has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does OWASCO WATER DISTRICT serve?
OWASCO WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 3,000 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Owasco (T).
What type of water does OWASCO WATER DISTRICT provide?
OWASCO WATER DISTRICT 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 NY0501721.
How does OWASCO WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in New York?
OWASCO WATER DISTRICT scores 83/100 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.