Water Quality in Yonkers, NY (10591)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 10591.
Past Health-Based Violations
4 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 13 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 76% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
23,926
Population
12
Water Systems
17
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Yonkers City
Veolia Water New York, Inc. Rd-1
All resolvedTarrytown Water Supply
3 health-basedSleepy Hollow (Village)
Eastview Holdings Llc
Pocantico Hills Central School
Kinderhook Commons
1 health-basedDeans Corners Water Works
Mahopac Village Center
Brewster Square
Greenwich Plaza
796 Bedford Road Apartments
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Yonkers (10591) has more violations than 76% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 17.
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.
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
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.