A86/100
SENECA TOWN WD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,625 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
NY3401178
Violations
3
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
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 SENECA TOWN WD
Is SENECA TOWN WD water safe to drink?
SENECA TOWN WD water receives a grade of A (86/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SENECA TOWN WD detected?
2 contaminants were tested in SENECA TOWN 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 SENECA TOWN WD have any EPA violations?
Yes, SENECA TOWN WD has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does SENECA TOWN WD serve?
SENECA TOWN WD serves approximately 2,625 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Seneca (T).
What type of water does SENECA TOWN WD provide?
SENECA TOWN WD sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY3401178.
How does SENECA TOWN WD compare to other utilities in New York?
SENECA TOWN WD scores 86/100 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.