Water Quality in Schenectady, NY (12056)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12056.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,695
Population
16
Water Systems
38
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Schenectady City Water Works
Rotterdam Wd #5
Niskayuna Consolidated Wd #11
All resolvedTarassas Italian American Cuisine
All resolvedEmpire Unltd. Sycamore Greens
Briar Creek Golf Course
Knights Of St John Comm 100
Jus-Lin Farms
Bears Steakhouse
Countryside Food Mart 1 - Route 7 & 20
Syrons Market
1 health-basedMr D'S
Creekside Village
Twin Pines Estates
Mottys Smoked Meats
Rosa Villa
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Schenectady (12056) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 38.
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.
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.