Water Quality in Yonkers, NY (10562)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 10562.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 30 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
33,793
Population
11
Water Systems
31
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (11)
Yonkers City
Veolia Water New York, Inc. Rd-1
All resolvedOssining Water Department
All resolvedTravelers Restaurant
Sunshine Childrens Home & Rehab Center
1 health-basedKingdom Hall Of Jehovahs Wit
All resolvedTeatown Lake Reservation
All resolvedCedar Lane Park
Mi Chozita
Ossining Cong Of Jehovahs Witn
Josan Putnam Valley Deli Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Yonkers (10562) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 31.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.