Water Quality in Whitehall, NY (12887)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12887.
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 45 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,691
Population
21
Water Systems
46
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
Whitehall Village
1 health-basedTravelodge
All resolvedIndian Hill Campground
Skene Valley Country Club
All resolvedApple Orchard Inn
Big Apple Ii
Milestone Golf Course
All resolvedCynthias Diner
Big Apple Diner
All resolvedJames Country Cafe
Adirondack Fish Tales
All resolvedTown Line Diner
All resolvedLapoints Dresden Inn
Paddock Restaurant, The
Rathbuns Maple Sugar House
Blue Goose Tavern
Vermont Apple Company
Allen Farm House
Whitehall - State Police Barr
Panaroma Public Campsites
Fairview Orchards
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 2022
How Does This Compare?
Whitehall (12887) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 46.
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.