A81/100
PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,600 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NY3503553
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.009 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – December 19, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT
Is PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (81/100), 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 PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, TT, RPT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT serve?
PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 7,600 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Crawford (T).
What type of water does PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT provide?
PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY3503553.
How does PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in New York?
PINE BUSH WATER DISTRICT scores 81/100 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.