A86/100
QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 21,200 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY5600114
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2025 – January 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT
Is QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (86/100), 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 QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, MR, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT serve?
QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 21,200 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Queensbury (T).
What type of water does QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT provide?
QUEENSBURY 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 NY5600114.
How does QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in New York?
QUEENSBURY WATER DISTRICT scores 86/100 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.