C48/100
WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,800 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY4500173
Violations
41
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 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 WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY)
Is WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) water safe to drink?
WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) water receives a grade of C (48/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 41 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) detected?
34 contaminants were tested in WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) have any EPA violations?
Yes, WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) has 41 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) serve?
WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) serves approximately 9,800 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: Waterford (V).
What type of water does WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) provide?
WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) 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 NY4500173.
How does WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) compare to other utilities in New York?
WATERFORD WATER WORKS (PURCHASE TROY) scores 48/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.