Water Quality in Buffalo, NY (14221)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 14221.
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 41 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 89% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
55,255
Population
17
Water Systems
42
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Ecwa Direct
Buffalo Water Authority
All resolvedEcwa Amherst
Tonawanda, Town Water Dept.
Pine Acres Of Collins, Inc
Wilson Farms
Mountain Meadows Campground
All resolved7-Eleven #35102(Bath)
Springville Mobile Village
All resolvedTwin Fawn Estates
All resolvedRoys Diner
Pleasant Valley Mobile Home Pk
1 health-basedLake Life Cafe
All resolvedUncle Bob'S Self Storage#6-Aip
Wilson Farms #171
Amherst Wd #6
Z The Crossroads
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Buffalo (14221) has more violations than 89% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 42.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.