Water Quality in Brooklyn, NY
258 water systems serving 44,116 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Brooklyn water systems is 2.8 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 13111 |
| Health-based violations | 232 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Brooklyn
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brooklyn tap water safe to drink?
Brooklyn tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Brooklyn, New York?
Brooklyn has 258 public water systems serving approximately 44,116 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.8 ppb. There are 13111 total violations on record.
Does Brooklyn have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.8 ppb across Brooklyn's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Brooklyn?
258 public water systems are registered in Brooklyn, New York with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 44,116 people.