A94/100
SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 21,649 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY5903457
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT
Is SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 70 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
70 contaminants were tested in SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
No, SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 21,649 people, New York.
What type of water does SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT 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 NY5903457.
How does SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in New York?
SCARSDALE WATER DEPARTMENT scores 94/100 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.