Fonda, NY 12068

2 water systems • 1,120 residents

Moderate water quality - consider filtration

C

Score: 44/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

27

Contaminants Detected

151

Violations on Record

32

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History16 / 25
Contaminant Severity5 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score44%

44 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • ✓Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • ✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
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Fonda vs NY & National Average

Detected Contaminants

27 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
TTHMDisinfection Byproduct
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleOther
Radium-226Radiological
Radium-228Radiological
1,1-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
1,2-DichloroethaneVolatile Organic
1,2,4-TrichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
BenzeneVolatile Organic
Carbon tetrachlorideVolatile Organic
CHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
cis-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
EthylbenzeneVolatile Organic
o-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
p-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
StyreneVolatile Organic
TetrachloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TolueneVolatile Organic
trans-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TrichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
Vinyl chlorideVolatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
FONDA (V) WATER WORKS, OLD TRAIL ESTATES
Population Served:
1,120
Systems With Violations:
2 of 2
Major Violations:
70
Enforcement Actions:
151

Nearby Areas

12072

Fultonville • 4.4 mi away

F

12070

Fort Johnson • 5.4 mi away

B

13428

Palatine Bridge • 7.8 mi away

D

12010

Amsterdam • 8.6 mi away

F

12095

Johnstown • 10.5 mi away

B

13410

Nelliston • 11.1 mi away

B

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.