C40/100
RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,200 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY3800156
Violations
13
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Nitrite
When: November 30, 2023 – January 1, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE
Is RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE water safe to drink?
RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE water receives a grade of C (40/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 13 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE detected?
1 contaminants were tested in RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE have any EPA violations?
Yes, RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include TT, MON, MCL. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE serve?
RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE serves approximately 1,200 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Richfield Springs (V).
What type of water does RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE provide?
RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE 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 NY3800156.
How does RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE compare to other utilities in New York?
RICHFIELD SPRINGS VILLAGE scores 40/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.