Water Quality in Poughkeepsie, NY (12601)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12601.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 87% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
44,164
Population
44
Water Systems
37
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (44)
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Poughkeepsie Townwide Wd
Poughkeepsie City
Hudson River Psychiatric Ctr
Montrose Improvement District
All resolvedDutchess County Boces
All resolvedMontclair Condominiums
1 health-basedGreen Meadow Park Water Co
All resolvedSleepy Hollow Mobile Park
Mobil 376
Fishkill Citgo
Maple Tree Mobile Homes
All resolvedFirst Nat Bank Of Hudson Vally
Hudson Valley Gyro
The Ridge By Mill House
17k Food Mart
Central Hudson - Kingston
Pool-Rifton Rec & Training Ctr
Central Hudson-Eltings Corners
Totos Ice Cream
Brass Anchor
Dc Sports
Lash & Bronze
Birchwood Commons Apartments
Wardies
Anmol Fueling Inc. (Redline Automotive)
Wee Play Childrens Center
All resolvedTriple Crown Motel
Lagrange Town Square
Hudson Valley Hospice House
Hv Ritas Ice Cream Llc
I684 Rest Area #45
Stewarts Shop 313
Hard Roll Deli
Pmk Petrolium
K & D Deli
Country Corners Deli
Four Seasons Deli & Grocery
Va 44 Gas
Camp Wethersfield
Absolute Auction House
Poughkeepsie City/Town Treatment Plant
All resolvedDut.Co. Fire Training Center
Dowser, Llc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Poughkeepsie (12601) has more violations than 87% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 37.
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.