Maspeth Water Quality

New York

Health Violations

The tap water in Maspeth, New York is served by 1 EPA-regulated water system covering approximately 60 people. 14 health-based violations are on record, most recently for 0700 in 2024. Data source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System.

1
Water Systems
60
Population Served
14
Total Violations
14
Health-Based Violations

Drinking water in Maspeth, New York is delivered through 1 EPA-regulated community water system serving an estimated 60 people. Each system is tracked in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which requires testing for regulated contaminants, consumer notification of violations, and publication of an annual Consumer Confidence Report.

The SDWIS record for Maspeth shows 14 total violations across all 1 system, of which 14 are health-based, meaning either a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) was exceeded or a required treatment technique was not followed. Contaminants cited in health-based violations include 0700. 1 TRI-reporting industrial facility is also located within the city limits.

A past EPA violation does not mean the water is currently unsafe, utilities are required to notify customers and remediate under state primacy oversight. For current water-quality status and treatment practices, review your local utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact the New York drinking water program. All records above reflect federal EPA SDWIS data and are not independently verified against state databases.

Community Water Systems

System Name Pop. Served Violations Status
NATHANS HAMLET 60 14 Health

Does this city have health-based water violations?

Health-based violations indicate contaminant levels that exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs). This does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe.

Contaminant Begin Date
0700 2024-04-01
0700 2024-04-01
0700 2023-11-01
0700 2023-11-01
0700 2023-06-01
0700 2023-06-01
0700 2023-06-01
0700 2023-04-01
0700 2023-04-01
0700 2023-04-01
0700 2017-12-01
0700 2017-11-01
0700 2017-07-01
0700 2017-05-01

TRI Facilities in Maspeth

Facility Total Releases
Srm - Maspeth 24 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maspeth, New York water safe to drink?
Maspeth is served by 1 EPA-regulated water system covering approximately 60 people. 14 health-based violations have been recorded. A past violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe, systems are required to notify customers and resolve issues. Contact your local water utility for current status.
How many water violations does Maspeth have?
Maspeth water systems have a total of 14 violations on record in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, of which 14 are health-based (MCL exceedances). The remaining violations are monitoring or reporting violations.
What contaminants were found in Maspeth water?
Health-based violations for Maspeth water systems include the following contaminants: 0700. Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
How many water systems serve Maspeth?
1 EPA-regulated community water system serves Maspeth, New York, collectively covering approximately 60 people. Data is from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
Where does Maspeth get its drinking water?
Maspeth's water supply comes from 1 EPA-regulated community water system. Source type data is not available for all systems. For detailed supply information, contact your local water utility. Source: EPA SDWIS.
Are there pollution sources near Maspeth?
Yes, 1 EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility is registered in Maspeth, New York, reporting a combined 24 lbs of toxic chemical releases. TRI data reflects self-reported emissions; it does not measure exposure or health effects. Source: EPA TRI.

About This Data

Water system data comes from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Violations are reported by state agencies to EPA and include both health-based (MCL exceedances) and monitoring/reporting violations.

A reported violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe to drink. Many violations are resolved quickly, and public water systems are required to notify customers of significant issues. For current water quality, contact your local water utility.

TRI facility data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Facilities shown are those that self-report to the TRI program. PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing.

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