A84/100
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 30,639 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY1330291
Violations
5
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 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 POUGHKEEPSIE CITY
Is POUGHKEEPSIE CITY water safe to drink?
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has POUGHKEEPSIE CITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in POUGHKEEPSIE CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does POUGHKEEPSIE CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, POUGHKEEPSIE CITY has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does POUGHKEEPSIE CITY serve?
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY serves approximately 30,639 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Poughkeepsie (C).
What type of water does POUGHKEEPSIE CITY provide?
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NY1330291.
How does POUGHKEEPSIE CITY compare to other utilities in New York?
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY scores 84/100 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.