Water Quality in Binghamton, NY (13850)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 13850.
Active Health Violations
11 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 82% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
23,689
Population
33
Water Systems
25
Violations (5yr)
11
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (33)
Binghamton, City Of
Endicott Municipal Water Works
Vestal Consolidated W.D. #1
Vestal Wd #4
Vestal Wd #5
Meadowbrook Park
Arnold Park
Vestal Wd #2
Hidden Valley Mobile Home Park
Vestal Mobile Home Park
Kintner Estates
Mountain View Meadows Mhp
7 health-basedNowlan Ridge Mobile Home Court
Vestal Wd #3
Whispering Pines Mhp
2 health-basedTwin Hills Park
Price Chopper Plaza
All resolvedLees Mobile Home Park
2 health-basedVestal Center Tavern
Subway - Port Crane
Maine Scoop
Buffalo Inn, The
Blue Moon
Lillian Drive Wd
Tier One Stop #4 - Endicott
Smokey Legend Bbq
All resolvedTier One Stop - Castle Creek
Atwater Glen Park
Funky Beez
All resolvedParkway Vending
Smileys Quick Stop #3 - Unadilla
All resolvedVestal Motel
American Legion Post 89
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 2025
How Does This Compare?
Binghamton (13850) has more violations than 82% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 25.
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
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.