Tap Water Quality in Rochester, NY
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Rochester Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~210,000 | Source: Hemlock and Canadice Lakes
Rochester benefits from two pristine Finger Lakes, Hemlock and Canadice, as its primary water source. These protected watersheds provide exceptionally clean source water. Like many older northeastern cities, lead plumbing in pre-1986 buildings is the primary water quality concern at the tap.
Common water quality concerns in Rochester
Lead in older homes
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PFAS
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Disinfection byproducts
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What's in your Rochester water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Rochester water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Rochester, 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
Other cities in New York
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