Water Quality in Buffalo, NY (14030)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 14030.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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.
2,067
Population
23
Water Systems
25
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Ecwa Direct
Buffalo Water Authority
All resolvedEcwa Amherst
Tonawanda, Town Water Dept.
The Annex Of Wny Llc
All resolvedChaffee Water Co
1 health-based12249 Olean Road
Chaffee Lodge
Erie County 4-H Camp/Developme
The Look Inn
Autumn Leaves
Autumn Leaves
Blue Chimney Motel
Diamond Saw
All resolvedButternut Inn Inc
Rusted Anchor Lakeside Grill Llc
All resolvedUniversal Forest Products
Fitness Connection
Best Vision Plaza
All resolvedHen Hawk Acres
All resolvedCamp Merrie Mill
Havens' Court
Highlander Forest
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
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 (14030) 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
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.