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10,190 people served · 18 water systems
MAHOPAC, New York is a small city with 10,190 residents served by a network of 18 public water systems. Water service covers ZIP code 10541.
MAHOPAC's drinking water utilities have maintained full EPA compliance over the most recent five-year reporting window — no health-based MCL exceedances have been recorded.
Last updated: 2026-05-18 · Source: EPA SDWIS
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Centered on ZIP-code centroids of water systems serving this city.
EPA Maximum Contaminant Level exceedances reported by water systems serving MAHOPAC. Each entry explains the contaminant, the health risk, and recommended precautions, and links to a full guide.
No health-based violations in the last 5 years.
MAHOPAC's water systems have met EPA health-based Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) requirements throughout the EPA reporting window. This does not mean zero detection of regulated contaminants — it means all measured concentrations remained below their federal action levels.
CARMEL WD 3
PWSID: NY3903642
1,350 served
CARMEL WD 2
PWSID: NY3903641
5,000 served
CARMEL WD 5
PWSID: NY3905698
150 served
CARMEL WD 4
PWSID: NY3905675
450 served
CARMEL WD 6-SHELL VALLEY
PWSID: NY3905709
200 served
CARMEL WD 14
PWSID: NY3905700
400 served
CARMEL WD 12
PWSID: NY3921719
300 served
CARMEL WD 8
PWSID: NY3903644
1,000 served
CARMEL WD 9
PWSID: NY3903648
400 served
CARMEL WD 6-TOMAHAWK CREEK
PWSID: NY3909761
50 served
CARMEL WD 7
PWSID: NY3905697
300 served
WHITE SAIL CONDOMINIUM W.S.
PWSID: NY3922189
85 served
CARPENTER TRAILER PARK
PWSID: NY3915411
100 served
WATER CLUB CONDOMINIUMS W.S.
PWSID: NY3903718
75 served
SHORE ESTATES OWNERS ASSOC INC
PWSID: NY3903649
60 served
LAKE PROPERTIES
PWSID: NY3902003
20 served
YORKVIEW ESTATES W S INC
PWSID: NY3903651
200 served
MIDDLEBRANCH APTS
PWSID: NY3903715
50 served
This overview reflects EPA SDWIS data published as of 2026-05-18. It covers active Community Water Systems (CWS) that remained within federal Maximum Contaminant Levels during the past five-year EPA reporting window. For up-to-the-minute information, request a current Consumer Confidence Report from your utility, or review the EPA's public dashboard.
This city's water had no EPA health-based violations in the last 5 years.
MAHOPAC has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 18 water systems serving 10,190 people.
Using an NSF-certified water filter is recommended if your area has violations involving lead, arsenic, or PFAS. For other contaminants, consult your local water utility. Check the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for detailed guidance.
Request your water utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which is required by the EPA. Follow the utility's guidance on boil water advisories. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing. Use an NSF-certified filter if needed based on your water system's violations.
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