F11/100
PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,500 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY5503382
Violations
22
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT
Is PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (11/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 22 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT detected?
34 contaminants were tested in PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT has 22 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MCL, TT, MR. 16 are health-based violations.
How many people does PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT serve?
PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 4,500 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Esopus (T).
What type of water does PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT provide?
PORT EWEN 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 NY5503382.
How does PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in New York?
PORT EWEN WATER DISTRICT scores 11/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.