D31/100
PLAINVIEW WD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 34,000 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NY2902845
Violations
58
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
1,4-dioxane | 3.80 µg/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 PLAINVIEW WD
Is PLAINVIEW WD water safe to drink?
PLAINVIEW WD water receives a grade of D (31/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 58 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PLAINVIEW WD detected?
66 contaminants were tested in PLAINVIEW WD's water. Notable contaminants include 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PLAINVIEW WD have any EPA violations?
Yes, PLAINVIEW WD has 58 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PLAINVIEW WD serve?
PLAINVIEW WD serves approximately 34,000 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Oyster Bay (T).
What type of water does PLAINVIEW WD provide?
PLAINVIEW WD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY2902845.
How does PLAINVIEW WD compare to other utilities in New York?
PLAINVIEW WD scores 31/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.