F0/100
PORT WASHINGTON WD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 34,000 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NY2912267
Violations
145
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2013.
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 WASHINGTON WD
Is PORT WASHINGTON WD water safe to drink?
PORT WASHINGTON WD water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 145 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PORT WASHINGTON WD detected?
74 contaminants were tested in PORT WASHINGTON WD's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PORT WASHINGTON WD have any EPA violations?
Yes, PORT WASHINGTON WD has 145 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PORT WASHINGTON WD serve?
PORT WASHINGTON WD serves approximately 34,000 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: North Hempstead (T).
What type of water does PORT WASHINGTON WD provide?
PORT WASHINGTON WD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY2912267.
How does PORT WASHINGTON WD compare to other utilities in New York?
PORT WASHINGTON WD scores 0/100 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.