Water Quality in Glens Falls, NY (12168)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12168.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 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 4 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 57% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,752
Population
22
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Troy City Pws
1 health-basedHintons Restaurant
Pizza Plus
West Steph. Baptist Church
Sykes General Store
Stephentown Town Hall & Garage
Norte Azul Inc
All resolvedRoute 43 Deli
Woodside Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedRensselaerwyck Country Club
Lonesomepine Mobile Court
Lisas Kitchen
Valley View Motel
Stephentown Trading Post Llc
Major Reynolds Tavern
Berkshire Mountain House
Sykes Trailer Park
Pizza Plus
Gardners Coffee Shop
Shaw Farms
Desormeaux Commercial Building
Millhouse Inn
Contaminants Found
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)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Glens Falls (12168) has more violations than 57% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 6.
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
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.