Water Quality in Schenectady, NY
40 water systems serving 77,607 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Schenectady water systems is 3.6 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 1282 |
| Health-based violations | 29 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Schenectady
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Schenectady tap water safe to drink?
Schenectady 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 Schenectady, New York?
Schenectady has 40 public water systems serving approximately 77,607 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 3.6 ppb. There are 1282 total violations on record.
Does Schenectady have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 3.6 ppb across Schenectady's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Schenectady?
40 public water systems are registered in Schenectady, New York with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 77,607 people.