Lake Katrine, NY 12449

7 water systems • 7,179 residents

Excellent water quality with minimal contaminants

A

Score: 87/100

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

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

26

Contaminants Detected

81

Violations on Record

3

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History24 / 25
Contaminant Severity24 / 25
System Compliance9 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score87%

87 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • ✓Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • ✓Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • ✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • ✓Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
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Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Lake Katrine vs NY & National Average

Detected Contaminants

26 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
NitrateAgricultural
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproduct
TTHMDisinfection Byproduct
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
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:
ULSTER WATER DISTRICT, GLENERIE WATER DISTRICT, SPRING LAKE WATER DISTRICT, CHERRY HILL WATER DISTRICT, BRIGHT ACRES WATER DISTRICT +2 more
Population Served:
7,179
Systems With Violations:
3 of 7
Major Violations:
68
Enforcement Actions:
78

Nearby Areas

12498

Woodstock • 0.7 mi away

C

12446

Kerhonkson • 2.6 mi away

F

12428

Ellenville • 3.8 mi away

D

12443

Hurley • 4 mi away

A

12419

Cottekill • 4.1 mi away

D

12486

Tillson • 4.1 mi away

F

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.