D22/100
SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,200 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY5503386
Violations
55
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 3.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS
Is SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS water safe to drink?
SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS water receives a grade of D (22/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 55 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS has 55 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS serve?
SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS serves approximately 4,200 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Saugerties (T).
What type of water does SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS provide?
SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS 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 NY5503386.
How does SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS compare to other utilities in New York?
SAUGERTIES (VILLAGE) WATER DIS scores 22/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.