B77/100
SHELBY TOWN WDS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,200 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY3600602
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 SHELBY TOWN WDS
Is SHELBY TOWN WDS water safe to drink?
SHELBY TOWN WDS water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SHELBY TOWN WDS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SHELBY TOWN WDS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHELBY TOWN WDS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHELBY TOWN WDS has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does SHELBY TOWN WDS serve?
SHELBY TOWN WDS serves approximately 1,200 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Shelby (T).
What type of water does SHELBY TOWN WDS provide?
SHELBY TOWN WDS 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 NY3600602.
How does SHELBY TOWN WDS compare to other utilities in New York?
SHELBY TOWN WDS scores 77/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.