Water Quality in Howes Cave, NY (12092)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12092.
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 is also 1 monitoring/reporting violation.
More violations than 53% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,208
Population
14
Water Systems
5
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
Apple Food & Grocery Cb
Howe Caverns
Universal Plastics
4 health-basedXxxlocust Park Campground
Zzzholiday Motel
Beechnut Trailer Park
Mosa Offices
Iroquois Indian Museum
Tilison'S Lunch
Zzempire Restaurant
Zzzvalley Inn Restaurant And Pub, Inc.
Z Caverns Palace Restaurant
Zminekill Manor
Zzzsecret Caverns Motel
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.
How Does This Compare?
Howes Cave (12092) has more violations than 53% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 5.
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
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.