Water Quality in Albany, NY (12303)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12303.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 5 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.
29,360
Population
12
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Albany City
All resolvedLatham Water District
Schenectady City Water Works
Rotterdam Wd #5
Niskayuna Consolidated Wd #11
All resolvedNiskayuna Wd No 2
Wildwood School
1 health-basedMotel 6
All resolvedPine Ridge Center
Griffis Road Marina
Schwans Sales - Wilton(T)
Z - Schwans Sales - Guilderland
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)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Albany (12303) 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.
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.