Water Quality in POUGHKEEPSIE, NY (12603)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12603.

413

Total Violations

8

Health-Based

405

Monitoring / Reporting

409

Resolved

What does this mean?

409 of 413 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 405 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 103 Population served: 74,241

Violations Detail (413 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Combined UraniumMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Radium-226MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer
Radium-228MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(4)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

2024(53)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Active

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Dec 31Resolved

Combined Uranium

03

Dec 31Resolved

Radium-226

03

Dec 31Resolved

Radium-228

03

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Mar 31Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Mar 31Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Mar 31Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Styrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Styrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

How Does This Compare?

POUGHKEEPSIE (12603) has 413 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. 4 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

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

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.

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