June 17, 2026
Bacteria & Pathogens in New York Drinking Water 2026
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Bacteria & Pathogens in New York Drinking Water 2026
Bacteria & Pathogens contamination has been detected in drinking water systems across New York. Bacteria including E. coli and coliforms indicate sewage contamination and can cause gastrointestinal illness. Our analysis of New York water quality reports found Bacteria & Pathogens present in 80 cities and water systems statewide. If you live in one of these communities, a certified home filter can significantly reduce your exposure -- browse Bacteria & Pathogens filters at PureWaterGuys.
Cities in New York with Bacteria & Pathogens Detected
The following 80 water systems in New York reported Bacteria & Pathogens in their annual water quality reports. Click any city to read the full report.
| City / Water System | Water Quality Report |
|---|---|
| Attica Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Barryville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Bayville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Beach Lake Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Beaver Dams Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Berkeley Lake Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Bloomingburg Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Castile Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Chautauqua Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Claryville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Clay Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Clifton Park Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Clyde Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Corning Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Cortlandt Manor Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Cranberry Lake Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Crofton Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Croton On Hudson Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Dansville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Eagle Bay Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| East Syracuse Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Fairfield Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Falls Village Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Fayetteville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Fishers Island Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Fort Drum Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Franklin Square Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Gainesville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Glen Cove Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Goshen Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Gouverneur Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hague Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Howes Cave Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hudson Falls Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Huntington Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Johnson City Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Jordan Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Keeseville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Kingston Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lakeville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lancaster Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lewis Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Long Beach Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Middleville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Morgantown Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mount Kisco Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mount Vernon Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Neptune City Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| New Hyde Park Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| New Rochelle Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| North Salem Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Orwell Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Paul Smiths Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Penn Yan Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Petersburgh Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Pine Bush Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Plattsburgh Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Pomona Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Port Washington Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sag Harbor Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Saranac Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Seneca Falls Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Shelter Island Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Stanfordville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Stephentown Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Troy Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Ulster Park Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Valley Cottage Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Van Hornesville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Victor Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Warnerville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Warwick Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Waterloo Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| West Coxsackie Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| West Haverstraw Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Westbury Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Whitehall Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Wurtsboro Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Wyoming Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Yorktown Heights Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
What Does This Mean For You?
Detecting Bacteria & Pathogens in your water supply does not necessarily mean immediate danger, but long-term exposure -- even at low levels -- carries measurable health risk. UV purification systems and sub-micron filters (0.2 micron) eliminate bacteria and pathogens.
Our recommendation: View Bacteria & Pathogens filters certified for New York water conditions or take our free Water Finder Quiz to get a personalized recommendation.
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What is Bacteria & Pathogens?
Bacteria including E. coli and coliforms indicate sewage contamination and can cause gastrointestinal illness.
Is New York tap water safe to drink?
Water quality varies by city. Of the New York systems we analyzed, 80 detected Bacteria & Pathogens. Most levels are below EPA action thresholds, but long-term low-level exposure carries health risk. Check your city's report above or use a certified home filter as a precaution.
What filter removes Bacteria & Pathogens from tap water?
UV purification systems and sub-micron filters (0.2 micron) eliminate bacteria and pathogens. See our Bacteria & Pathogens filter options.
Data sourced from EPA-mandated annual water quality reports (Consumer Confidence Reports). Last updated: 2026. Not all systems are required to test for every contaminant.