Water Quality in Glens Falls, NY (12198)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12198.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 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 19 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 80% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,796
Population
59
Water Systems
22
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (59)
Troy City Pws
1 health-basedNorth Greenbush Consolidated District
All resolvedNorth Greenbush Water District #12
North Greenbush Water District #14
North Greenbush Water District # 6
Harmac Ent Inc Dba Mcdonalds
North Greenbush Water District #16
North Greenbush Town Beach
North Greenbush Water District #13
North Greenbush Water District #11
American Legion Post 1489
Regans Steak & Seafood
Vanderheyden Hall , Inc.
2 health-basedWynantskill Elementary School
Nys Armory
North Greenbush Water Dist #18
Jack'S Drive In Inc
St Judes Church & School
Robert C. Parker School
North Greenbush Water District # 1
Camp Scully
Villa Valenti
Vhs Realty Inc Commercial Bldg
Lakeside Grove Mobile Home Pk
North Greenbush Water District # 3
North Greenbush Wd #17
Dino'S
Me & Thee Catering
Paolo Lombardis Ristorante
North Greenbush Water District # 4
Popeye'S Snack Bar
St Judes Sen. Citizen Housing
Bloomingrove Reformed Church
New Snyder Lake Mart Grocery And Deli
Pizza Plus Pizza Inc
Dugout Galway
All resolvedDavies Inn
North Greenbush Water District # 8
Schroeders Cook Out
Renss Co Wastewater Treatment
A & P 689
Yonder Farms
Wynantskill Main Ave Sch. Blg.
Marvel Tavern
Dr. Corsetti
Jack & Jill Presch & Daycare
North Greenbush Water District # 10
Snyders Lake Grocery
Food Circus
A & J Cafe
Stewarts # 294
Zzzvals Kitchen
Premo'S Ice Cream
Eames Plaza
American Legion Post # 1489
50'S Cafe
Sharpe Homestead
Excelsior House Cabins
Futias Pizza
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Glens Falls (12198) has more violations than 80% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 22.
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.