Au Sable Forks, NY 12912

5 water systems2,309 residents

Poor water quality - filtration recommended

D

Score: 33/100

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

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

61

Contaminants Detected

571

Violations on Record

23

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History11 / 25
Contaminant Severity19 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score33%

33 / 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)
  • Whole Home Carbon Filter System
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Au Sable Forks vs NY & National Average

Detected Contaminants

61 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
AtrazineAgricultural
NitrateAgricultural
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproduct
TTHMDisinfection Byproduct
Antimony, TotalHeavy Metal
ArsenicHeavy Metal
BariumHeavy Metal
Beryllium, TotalHeavy Metal
CadmiumHeavy Metal
ChromiumHeavy Metal
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHeavy Metal
MercuryHeavy Metal
NickelHeavy Metal
SeleniumHeavy Metal
Thallium, TotalHeavy Metal
AsbestosInorganic
CYANIDEInorganic
FluorideInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANEOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
2,4-DOther
2,4,5-TPOther
AldicarbOther
Aldicarb sulfoneOther
Aldicarb sulfoxideOther
BHC-GAMMAOther
CarbofuranOther
ChlordaneOther
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
EndrinOther
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDEOther
HeptachlorOther
Heptachlor epoxideOther
LASSOOther
MethoxychlorOther
PentachlorophenolOther
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts RuleOther
Surface Water Treatment RuleOther
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)Other
ToxapheneOther
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:
AUSABLE FORKS WD, BLACK BROOK WD NO2, JAY WD, BLACK BROOK WD #1, UPPER JAY WD
Population Served:
2,309
Systems With Violations:
5 of 5
Major Violations:
357
Enforcement Actions:
556

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.