A99/100
SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 44,700 people · New York
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NY2902854
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
1,4-dioxane | 0.960 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 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 SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD
Is SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD water safe to drink?
SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD water receives a grade of A (99/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD detected?
66 contaminants were tested in SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD have any EPA violations?
No, SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD serve?
SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD serves approximately 44,700 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Oyster Bay (T).
What type of water does SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD provide?
SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NY2902854.
How does SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD compare to other utilities in New York?
SOUTH FARMINGDALE WD scores 99/100 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.