Water Quality in OSSINING, NY (10562)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 10562.
118
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
114
Monitoring / Reporting
118
Resolved
What does this mean?
118 of 118 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 114 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 (118 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(36)
Radium-226
03
Groundwater Rule
41
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-226
03
Radium-226
03
Radium-226
03
Groundwater Rule
41
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
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
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
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2022(65)
Mercury
03
Cadmium
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Nickel
03
Nickel
03
Nickel
03
Nickel
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Mercury
03
Selenium
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
CYANIDE
03
Fluoride
03
CYANIDE
03
CYANIDE
03
CYANIDE
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Selenium
03
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
How Does This Compare?
OSSINING (10562) has 118 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified
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.