C42/100
ROME CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 32,850 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY3202405
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 ROME CITY
Is ROME CITY water safe to drink?
ROME CITY water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ROME CITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in ROME CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ROME CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, ROME CITY has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MON, MR, TT. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does ROME CITY serve?
ROME CITY serves approximately 32,850 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Rome (C).
What type of water does ROME CITY provide?
ROME CITY 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 NY3202405.
How does ROME CITY compare to other utilities in New York?
ROME CITY scores 42/100 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.