A92/100
PAINTED POST VILLAGE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,750 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NY5001222
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 PAINTED POST VILLAGE
Is PAINTED POST VILLAGE water safe to drink?
PAINTED POST VILLAGE water receives a grade of A (92/100), 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 PAINTED POST VILLAGE detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PAINTED POST VILLAGE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PAINTED POST VILLAGE have any EPA violations?
Yes, PAINTED POST VILLAGE has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR.
How many people does PAINTED POST VILLAGE serve?
PAINTED POST VILLAGE serves approximately 1,750 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Painted Post (V).
What type of water does PAINTED POST VILLAGE provide?
PAINTED POST VILLAGE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY5001222.
How does PAINTED POST VILLAGE compare to other utilities in New York?
PAINTED POST VILLAGE scores 92/100 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.