Water Quality in MOUNT VERNON, NY (10550)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 10550.
26
Total Violations
12
Health-Based
14
Monitoring / Reporting
23
Resolved
What does this mean?
23 of 26 violations have been resolved. 12 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 14 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (26 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 17, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 17, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 17, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 17, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(9)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(11)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
How Does This Compare?
MOUNT VERNON (10550) has 26 recorded violations, including 12 health-based. 3 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.