Water Quality in Chatham, NY (12516)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12516.
Active Health Violations
7 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,925
Population
30
Water Systems
70
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (30)
Chatham Fair Water Distribution
Taconic Shores
1 health-basedCamp Pontiac
Copake Camping Resort
2 health-basedCamphill Village Usa Inc
All resolvedLake View Cottages Assoc
Church Street Deli
1 health-basedClock Tower Pub & Grill
All resolvedZzzthe Hub Restaurant
Copake Diner
All resolvedThe Alander Motel (Former Johannas)
All resolvedDicks Copake Marina
Zzzj.J.S Pizza And Pub
Kathys Kart
Dicks Copake Lake Marina
Hub Ii
Zzzmountain View Inn
Newman Community Residence
Parker House 1893
All resolvedZzzcasana T House Llc
Ancram Ameri Store
Jack'S Tavern
Zzzstewarts Village Inn, Inc.
Undermountain Golf
3 health-basedH H D Corp North Shore
Village Green Coffee Shop
Copake Sunoco
All resolvedBerkshire Motel
Berkshire Manor
The Squirrels Nest
Contaminants Found
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: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Chatham (12516) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 70.
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.