Water Quality in Windham, NY (12496)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12496.
Active Health Violations
2 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,164
Population
39
Water Systems
56
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (39)
Ski Windham
All resolvedWindham-Ashland-Jewett School
Windham Mountain Village
Windham Ridge
Thompson House, Inc.
Winwood, The Mountain Inn
All resolvedQuads At Windham
2 health-basedWhite Birches Campsites, Inc
Police Anchor Camp
New Olympia Hotel
Munson House
Christmans Windham House, Inc
All resolvedStarlite Hotel, Inc.
Elm Ridge Bath & Tennis Club
Zzzk-J Western Campground
Zzzhotel Vienna
Windham Mountain Inn
All resolvedAlbergo
Cagney'S
Zzzalbergo Allegria
All resolvedZzzhamilton Lodge Corporation
Drop Zone - Windham Mountain
All resolvedCave Mountain Motel
All resolvedBrandywine Restaurant
All resolvedZzzmulligans Pub (Windham Country Clu)
Zzzfalveys Steakhouse
Zzzhigher Ground
Melody Manor
Windham Chicken Run, Llc
All resolvedZzzmelody Manor
The Catskill Mountain Country Store
Zzzalpine Garden Village
Zzzfalveys On The Mountain
Greenville Cafe
All resolvedWindham'S Four Seasons
Zzzgiannas Creations
Kelly Acres
Zzzgarden Of Eden
Breezy Hill Cabins
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.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Windham (12496) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 56.
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.