Water Quality in Schenectady, NY (12010)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12010.
Active Health Violations
13 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 99% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
27,750
Population
95
Water Systems
298
Violations (5yr)
13
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (95)
Schenectady City Water Works
Clifton Park Water Authority
Rotterdam Wd #5
Niskayuna Consolidated Wd #11
All resolvedAmsterdam (C)
1 health-basedGloversville (C) Water Works
Amsterdam (T)
5 health-basedAmsterdam Printing & Litho
Capital Region Career & Tech Center
All resolvedAdirondack Estates Mhp
Florida (T) Water District
5 health-basedCaptain Mike'S Seafood
Raindancer Steak Parlour, Inc.
All resolvedParadise Pines Mhp
All resolvedCapstone Center For Rehab And Nursing
Vickies
Canale'S Steak House & Caterng
Big N Restaurant
New Brick Oven Dining&Dancing
Hess Express- Amerada Hess Corporation
Olympic Diner
Papa Joe'S
Angel'S Place
Weldon Inn
Fulmont Early Childhood Services@Truax
All resolvedCarmens Diner
Northern Lights
Valentinos Restaurant
All resolvedPonderosa Steakhouse
Mohawk Finishing
Perth Bible Church
2 health-basedPerth (T) (Municipal Building)
All resolvedKristels Lodge
Nicolinos Restaurant
Bridge Walk At Perthshire, The
All resolvedThe Home Kitchen
The Melting Pot
Karens Produce
All resolvedFerrandis Restaurant
Super 30 Lanes, Inc.
Aunt Heathers
Charlies Restaurant
Ripepis Restaurant
All resolvedAndys Coffee-Commissary
Adirondack Mini Golf / Fun Factory
Russos Adirondack Grill
Charles Hansen Property
Slawienski Catering
Chuck Wagon Catering
Florida School
Camp On A Nol Acc Day Camp
High Rollers
All resolvedToms Tavern Ii
All resolvedLets Twist Again
All resolvedWindsor Motel Restaurant
Miracle Camp-Bible Memory
Driscoll Foods
Polar Freez
South 30 Diner
All resolvedBob'S Back Room
Cady Company
Perth Diner
Wee Care Playcare, Inc.
All resolvedPower And Composite Technologies, Inc.
Regency Estates
Cuomo Meat Packing
Midline Inn
Wood & Hyde Leather Co., Inc.
Perth Fitness & Racquet Center
Dough Boys Inc. I
Papas Place
Schuylers Orchards
Subway / Minikwick
Minikwik
Dunkin Donuts
Town & Country Meat & Cheese
Town & Country Meat And Cheese
All resolvedAmsterdam Elks Lodge #101
Tasty Freeze
St Marys Charlton Family Health
Nichol'S Department Store
Arnolds Farm Fresh Produce
All resolvedHappy Days
St. Jude Retreat Hagaman House
United Methodist Church
Hillview Trailer Park
Halcyon Farms
Calamar Trailer Court
Makely Manors Trailer Park
Barge Canal Lock No. Erie-10
Lindas Airport Diner
Roxys Country Cafe
Virginia Mobile Home Park
Dunkin Donuts - Amsterdam (T)
Florida Town Hall
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Schenectady (12010) has more violations than 99% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 298.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.