F9/100
SCHROON LAKE WD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,750 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NY1500292
Violations
68
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 3.25 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 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 SCHROON LAKE WD
Is SCHROON LAKE WD water safe to drink?
SCHROON LAKE WD water receives a grade of F (9/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 68 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SCHROON LAKE WD detected?
2 contaminants were tested in SCHROON LAKE WD's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SCHROON LAKE WD have any EPA violations?
Yes, SCHROON LAKE WD has 68 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MON, MR, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does SCHROON LAKE WD serve?
SCHROON LAKE WD serves approximately 2,750 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Schroon (T).
What type of water does SCHROON LAKE WD provide?
SCHROON LAKE WD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY1500292.
How does SCHROON LAKE WD compare to other utilities in New York?
SCHROON LAKE WD scores 9/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.