Water Quality in Watkins Glen, NY (14891)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 14891.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 10 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,561
Population
39
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (39)
Watkins Glen Village
Watkins Glen State Park
Watkins Glen Koa Campground
All resolvedDix Water District #1
2 health-basedWatkins Glen International
Us Salt, Llc
All resolvedSeneca Lodge
1 health-basedChefs Gathering (Classic Chef)
Vickios Deerfield Park
Castel Grisch
Farm Sanctuary
Glen Eldridge Club Inc
Bms Manufacturing
Lakeside Resort
Beaver Dams Inn
Townsend Grocery
Reading Community Church
Smiths Grocery
Gorgeous View Motel
Scenic Vista Farms
Raceway Grocery
Morland Grange Hall
Clover Knoll Creamery
All resolvedS&S Country Store, Inc
Anchor Inn And Marina
All resolvedLake View Motel
Pedlar Village
Townsen Grange Hall
Full Gospel Church Of Catlin
Novak Farms Dairy Barn
Sleepy Time Daycare
The Cupola
Chieftain Motel
All resolvedLonghouse Lodge
Watkins Glen State Pk - Upper
Watkins Glen State Pk - Hidden Valley 4h
Lakewood Vineyards
Morningside Mobile Home Park
Green Valley Lake Campground
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?
Watkins Glen (14891) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
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.