Water Quality in Buffalo, NY (14013)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 14013.
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 2 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 43% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,423
Population
13
Water Systems
3
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (13)
Ecwa Direct
Buffalo Water Authority
All resolvedEcwa Amherst
Tonawanda, Town Water Dept.
Tonawanda Indian Comm. House
Alabama United Methodist Churc
Dees Family Diner
Alabama Tee Off
South Alabama
Iroquois Nat. Wildlife Refuge
1 health-basedCorys Pizza And Sub Shop
Trading Post
Weaver Trailer Park
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Buffalo (14013) has more violations than 43% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 3.
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.