Water Quality in ELLENBURG DEPOT, NY (12935)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 12935.
100
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
100
Monitoring / Reporting
100
Resolved
What does this mean?
100 of 100 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 100 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.
Violations Detail (100 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| o-Dichlorobenzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Benzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Anemia; decrease in blood platelets; increased risk of cancer |
| Benzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Anemia; decrease in blood platelets; increased risk of cancer |
| Benzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Anemia; decrease in blood platelets; increased risk of cancer |
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2022(99)
Nitrate
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
Nitrate
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
CYANIDE
03
CYANIDE
03
CYANIDE
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Nitrate
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Nickel
03
Nickel
03
Nickel
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Arsenic
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
How Does This Compare?
ELLENBURG DEPOT (12935) has 100 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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
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.