F0/100
SYRACUSE CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 192,000 people · New York
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY3304334
Violations
31
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.009 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
7
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
7
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: June 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: January 1, 2024 – January 11, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: January 1, 2024 – January 13, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: April 1, 2023 – April 7, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: March 1, 2023 – March 25, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: December 1, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: November 1, 2021 – November 12, 2021Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 SYRACUSE CITY
Is SYRACUSE CITY water safe to drink?
SYRACUSE CITY water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 31 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SYRACUSE CITY detected?
76 contaminants were tested in SYRACUSE CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SYRACUSE CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, SYRACUSE CITY has 31 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, MCL, Other. 27 are health-based violations.
How many people does SYRACUSE CITY serve?
SYRACUSE CITY serves approximately 192,000 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Syracuse (C).
What type of water does SYRACUSE CITY provide?
SYRACUSE CITY sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NY3304334.
How does SYRACUSE CITY compare to other utilities in New York?
SYRACUSE CITY scores 0/100 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.