Water Quality in Buffalo, NY (14072)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 14072.
No Health-Based Violations
None of the 9 water systems serving this ZIP have exceeded federal contaminant limits in the past 5 years. There are43 monitoring/reporting violations (missed testing deadlines), all resolved.
Better than 89% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
21,488
Population
9
Water Systems
43
Violations (5yr)
0
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (9)
Ecwa Direct
Buffalo Water Authority
All resolvedEcwa Amherst
Tonawanda, Town Water Dept.
Grand Island Town Water Dept.
All resolvedGrand Island #4
Grand Island Wd #3
Grand Island Wd #1
Grand Island Wd #2
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Buffalo (14072) has more violations than 89% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 43, most of which are monitoring/reporting issues.
Water Filter Recommendations
No contaminant issues detected. For general protection, a basic carbon filter removes common impurities like chlorine and sediment. Look for NSF/ANSI 42 certified products.