Water Quality in 14901 — Elmira, NY
EPA data for ELMIRA WATER BOARD
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS Last verified: March 16, 2026
Your Water System
ZIP code 14901 in Elmira, New York is served by ELMIRA WATER BOARD (EPA ID: NY0701008). This system provides water to approximately 54,000 people from surface water sources.
There are 3 community water systems serving this area.
Lead & Copper in Your Water
No Lead & Copper Rule sampling data available for systems serving this ZIP code.
Violation Summary
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| March 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| March 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| March 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2030 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2030 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2030 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2030 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2210 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2210 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2210 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2210 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2212 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2212 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2212 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2212 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2214 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2214 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2214 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2214 | Monitoring | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for water systems serving this ZIP code:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 5 | No |
| Contaminant 2030 | Other | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2210 | Other | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2212 | Other | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2214 | Other | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2216 | Other | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2218 | Other | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2224 | Other | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2228 | Other | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2246 | Other | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2251 | Other | 4 | No |
| PFOA | PFAS | 4 | No |
| PFNA | PFAS | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2408 | Other | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 2410 | Other | 4 | No |
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Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELMIRA WATER BOARD | NY0701008 | 54,000 | Surface water |
| CARRIAGE ESTATES | NY0700770 | 300 | Groundwater |
| BUTLER ESTATES | NY5000730 | 38 | Groundwater |
What You Can Do
- Review your annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — Your utility publishes this each July
- Test your home’s water — Especially if you have older plumbing (pre-1986) that may contain lead
- Stay informed — Bookmark this page to check for updates on your water quality
Need help with water testing or filtration?
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- 10940 (Middletown) — 914 violations
- 10949 (Monroe) — 285 violations
- 11020 (Great Neck)
- 11040 (New Hyde Park)
- 11050 (Port Washington) — 8 violations
- 11201 (Brooklyn) — 170 violations
- 11351 (Flushing) — 8 violations
- 11530 (Garden City) — 1 violation
- 11549 (Hempstead) — 1 violation
- 11735 (Farmingdale)
- 11801 (Hicksville)
- 12180 (Troy) — 24 violations
- 12201 (Albany) — 30 violations
- 12301 (Schenectady) — 218 violations
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 14850 (Ithaca) — 28 mi — 7 violations
- 13760 (Endicott) — 39 mi — 2 violations
- 13901 (Binghamton) — 48 mi — 1 violation
- 16923 (Genesee, PA) — 56 mi — 284 violations
- 13021 (Auburn) — 59 mi — 2 violations
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for ELMIRA WATER BOARD (NY0701008) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 14901 safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, the water system serving ZIP code 14901 has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. However, individual home conditions (old pipes, well water) can affect quality.
Where does 14901’s water come from?
The primary water source for this area is surface water. ELMIRA WATER BOARD serves approximately 54,000 people.
How can I get my water tested?
Contact your local water utility for a free water quality report, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends testing annually if you use a private well.
Does 14901 have lead in the water?
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data is currently available in EPA records for water systems serving ZIP code 14901. If you are concerned about lead, contact your water utility or have your tap water independently tested.
What is the radon risk in 14901?
Radon zone data is not available for ZIP code 14901. The EPA recommends testing all homes for radon regardless of location, as radon levels can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood.