Water Quality in Albany, NY (12053)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12053.
Past Health-Based Violations
9 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 8 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.
4,550
Population
37
Water Systems
17
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (37)
Albany City
All resolvedLatham Water District
Schenectady City Water Works
Rotterdam Wd #5
Niskayuna Consolidated Wd #11
All resolvedAmsterdam (C)
1 health-basedDuanesburg Elem School
Delanson Village Water Works
8 health-basedDuanesburg Restaurant
J & D Pub
Glen-Hudson Campsite, Inc.
Longshadow Restaurant
Hub Restaurant
Village Beken
Goody'S Snack Bar
Creeklocks Mobile Home Park
All resolvedBourbon Street
The Oaks
Kathy'S Restaurant
Giovanni'S Hilltop Tavern
Holiday House Antiques & Lunch
Duanesburg Area Community Daycare
All resolvedDelanson Delicatessan And Smoke Shop
Western Turnpike Deli And Bulk Food
Below Zero Ice Cream
All resolvedDino'S Drive-In
Maria Mountain Clubhouse
Lucias Market
Victory Lap, Inc
Cakes By Joan
Dinos Drive-In
Syrons Market
Duanesburg Motor Inn
Whispering Pines Daycare
All resolvedTroop G Zone 3 Trooper Barrack
Knox Reformed Church
Charlee Project
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Albany (12053) 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.