Water Quality in Chatham, NY (12184)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12184.
Active Health Violations
9 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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,787
Population
34
Water Systems
76
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (34)
Chatham Fair Water Distribution
Troy City Pws
1 health-basedValatie Village
Grandview Water Works
1 health-basedZzzwinding Brook Country Club
All resolvedFour Brothers
All resolvedHill Water Works Corp
1 health-basedCoarc-Evergreen Hall
Zzztown Park @ Knickerbocker Lake
Daisys Cafe
All resolvedPatty Wagon
Seeker'S Inn
Tomchik Hot Dogs
Yonder Farms Mlc #2
All resolvedGolden Harvest Mlc
All resolvedBlue Spruce Motel And Apartments
All resolvedYonder Farms Mlc #1
All resolvedColumbia Diner Inc.
All resolvedZzzkassos
Mirones Manor
All resolvedVan Hoesen House
Winslow'S Restaurant
Gleasons Mobile Home Park - Chatham
Creekside Mhp
All resolvedFawnridge Restaurant
Valumart (Former Xtra Mart #1512)
All resolvedZzzyonder Farms
Zzztierra Farm
Zzzkathryns The Gourmets Choice
Zzzthe Niverville Pub Inc.
5 health-basedGolden Harvest Farms
All resolvedThe Berry Farm
Olde Kinderhook Golf Club
1 health-basedTrails End Motel
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.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Chatham (12184) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 76.
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.