Tap water quality for ZIP 13350

4 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.

⚠ Some links below are based on the utility's mailing address, not its mapped service area, and may be approximate.

What this means for you in ZIP 13350

Is it safe to drink right now?
EPA records show 3 recent health-based violations for Herkimer Village that are not marked resolved. Check your utility’s website or bill insert for any boil-water or do-not-drink notice and follow it.
Should I use a filter?
Yes, we recommend considering one. Unresolved health-based issues make a home filter a reasonable backup.
What kind of filter?
See matched standards and product picks.

This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.

Shown for the largest system linked to this ZIP. Check your water bill to confirm your provider.

Filters matched to Herkimer Village

FILTER PICKS

Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.

Lead

NSF/ANSI 53NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)
Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage Under Sink ~$280–350
Under-sink carbon filter; check its listing for lead and PFOA/PFOS claims.
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Waterdrop Undersink WD-UA ~$80–120
Undersink carbon block; verify the specific contaminant claims.
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Waterdrop G3 / G3P600 RO ~$300–500
Tankless RO; RO broadly reduces nitrate, fluoride, arsenic and many PFAS — confirm the certificate lists yours.
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Copper

NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)NSF/ANSI 53
Waterdrop G3 / G3P600 RO ~$300–500
Tankless RO; RO broadly reduces nitrate, fluoride, arsenic and many PFAS — confirm the certificate lists yours.
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APEC Essence ROES-50 ~$220–230
Classic under-sink RO; confirm NSF/ANSI 58 certification for your model.
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Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage Under Sink ~$280–350
Under-sink carbon filter; check its listing for lead and PFOA/PFOS claims.
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Chlorine/chloramine taste

NSF/ANSI 42
Aquasana Clean Water Pitcher ~$35
Pitcher for chlorine taste/odor; check the NSF/ANSI 42 listing for the exact model.
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Brita Elite Filter ~$20–40
Common faucet/pitcher option; confirm the 42 claim on the box.
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Annual water quality report

Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how. · Full report →

Water systems for this ZIP

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Herkimer Village

Serves 7,606 people · Surface water · Full report →
21 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 20 not yet resolved; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2020 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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East Herkimer Water District

Serves 1,024 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2006 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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Mohawk (V) Water Works

Serves 2,985 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 4 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Herkimer WD #3 (Highland-Steuben)

Serves 192 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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