sussex, NY
Total Incidents:
80
Last Incident:
December 01, 2014
Note: Just because the latest incident is in 2017 or 2018 doesn’t mean your water is free of contaminants! There is a considerable lag between when data is collected and when it is published by the EPA.
Contaminants
Coliform (TCR)
Description
Coliforms are bacteria that are naturally present in the environment and used as an indicator that other, potentially harmful, bacteria may be present. Coliforms found in more samples than allowed is a warning of potential problems.
Health Effects
Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5
Arsenic
Description
Arsenic is a semi-metal element in the periodic table. It is odorless and tasteless. It enters drinking water supplies from natural deposits in the earth or from agricultural and industrial practices. Approximately 90 percent of industrial arsenic in the U.S. is currently used as a wood preservative, but arsenic is also used in paints, dyes, metals, drugs, soaps, and semi-conductors. Agricultural applications, mining, and smelting also contribute to arsenic releases in the environment.
Health Effects
Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer
Nitrate
Description
Nitrates and nitrites are nitrogen-oxygen chemical units which combine with various organic and inorganic compounds. The greatest use of nitrates is as a fertilizer. Once taken into the body, nitrates are converted to nitrites.
Health Effects
Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrite in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome.
All Incidents
| Water System | Type | Measure | Violation | Effects | Begin Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-12-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-12-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-12-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-12-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-10-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-10-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-10-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-10-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-09-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-09-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-09-01 |
| TRICO PLAZA | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2014-09-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2013-12-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2013-12-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2013-12-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2013-12-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-07-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-07-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-07-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-07-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-04-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-04-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-04-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-04-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-01-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-01-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-01-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2012-01-01 |
| WALNUT RIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-11-01 |
| WALNUT RIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-11-01 |
| WALNUT RIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-11-01 |
| WALNUT RIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-11-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-10-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-10-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Acute (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-10-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-10-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Acute (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-10-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Acute (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-10-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-10-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Acute (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-10-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-09-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-09-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-09-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-09-01 |
| GLEN MEADOW MDIDLE SCHOOL | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-09-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-09-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2011-09-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-07-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-07-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-07-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-07-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-04-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-04-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-04-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-04-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-01-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-01-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-01-01 |
| VERNON TWP HIGH SCHOOL | Arsenic | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Skin damage or problems with circulatory systems, and may have increased risk of getting cancer | 2011-01-01 |
| MOBILE GARDENS II | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-07-01 |
| MOBILE GARDENS II | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-07-01 |
| MOBILE GARDENS II | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-07-01 |
| MCDONALDS RESTAURANT | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-06-01 |
| MCDONALDS RESTAURANT | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-06-01 |
| MCDONALDS RESTAURANT | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-06-01 |
| MCDONALDS RESTAURANT | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-06-01 |
| MCDONALDS RESTAURANT | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Monthly (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-06-01 |
| CHRISSYS PLACE | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Acute (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-04-01 |
| CHRISSYS PLACE | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Acute (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-04-01 |
| CHRISSYS PLACE | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Acute (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-04-01 |
| CHRISSYS PLACE | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Acute (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-04-01 |
| CHRISSYS PLACE | Coliform (TCR) | MCL, Acute (TCR) | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present5 | 2010-04-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Nitrate | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrite in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. | 2009-07-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Nitrate | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. | 2009-07-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Nitrate | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrite in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. | 2009-07-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Nitrate | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. | 2009-07-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Nitrate | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrite in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. | 2009-07-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Nitrate | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. | 2009-07-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Nitrate | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. | 2009-07-01 |
| BRIARWOOD MANOR MHP | Nitrate | MCL, Average | Maximum Contaminant Level Violation | Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrite in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue-baby syndrome. | 2009-07-01 |