Tap Water Quality in New York City, NY
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New York City Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~8,300,000 | Source: Catskill/Delaware and Croton Watersheds
New York City operates one of the most celebrated water supply systems in the world. Water travels by gravity from protected watersheds in the Catskill Mountains through a system of reservoirs, aqueducts, and tunnels. The system is so well-designed that most NYC water does not require filtration. However, lead from older building plumbing, particularly in pre-war apartments, can affect tap water quality.
Common water quality concerns in New York City
Lead from building plumbing
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Disinfection byproducts
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PFAS
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What's in your New York City water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your New York City water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving New York City, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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