Water Quality in Buffalo, NY
161 water systems serving 1,023,159 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Buffalo water systems is 5.2 ppb (Moderate). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 1268 |
| Health-based violations | 110 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Buffalo
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Buffalo tap water safe to drink?
Buffalo 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 Buffalo, New York?
Buffalo has 161 public water systems serving approximately 1,023,159 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 5.2 ppb. There are 1268 total violations on record.
Does Buffalo have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 5.2 ppb across Buffalo's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Buffalo?
161 public water systems are registered in Buffalo, New York with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 1,023,159 people.