Water Quality in Elmira, NY (14901)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 14901.
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 29 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
13,970
Population
21
Water Systems
30
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
Elmira Water Board
All resolvedChemung County Fairgrounds
Park Station Recreation Center
Pine City Elementary School
Carriage Estates
All resolvedElmira College Murray Center
All resolvedCamp Gorton
1 health-basedCampers Haven
All resolvedColdbrook Park Inc
New Fort Reed Tavern
Regina Motel
Shady Lawn Motor Court
Waneta Terrace, Llc
Mr Softee
Bobs
All resolvedHilltop Inn
Cayuta Lake Park Inc.
All resolvedKountry Kitchen
Maple Lawn Dairy
New Plantation Motel
East Hill Volunteer Fire Dept
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 2022
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Elmira (14901) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 30.
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.