June 17, 2026
Lead in New York Drinking Water 2026
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Lead in New York Drinking Water 2026
Lead contamination has been detected in drinking water systems across New York. Lead has no safe exposure level. It causes neurological damage, especially in children. Sources include aging pipes and plumbing fixtures. Our analysis of New York water quality reports found Lead present in 28 cities and water systems statewide. If you live in one of these communities, a certified home filter can significantly reduce your exposure -- browse Lead filters at PureWaterGuys.
Cities in New York with Lead Detected
The following 28 water systems in New York reported Lead in their annual water quality reports. Click any city to read the full report.
| City / Water System | Water Quality Report |
|---|---|
| Alfred Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Amsterdam Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Berkeley Lake Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Burnt Hills Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Castle Creek Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Castleton On Hudson Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Chaffee Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Cold Spring Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Cuba Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Dunkirk Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Ellenville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Gardiner Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hannawa Falls Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Herkimer Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Highland Mills Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hillburn Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Ilion Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Keeseville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Matamoras Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mellenville Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Merrick Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Norh Collins Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Roaring Brook Twp Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Rochester Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Rock Tavern Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Scotia Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Turin Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Westerlo Ny Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
What Does This Mean For You?
Detecting Lead in your water supply does not necessarily mean immediate danger, but long-term exposure -- even at low levels -- carries measurable health risk. NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems remove lead effectively.
Our recommendation: View Lead filters certified for New York water conditions or take our free Water Finder Quiz to get a personalized recommendation.
Filter Lead From Your New York Tap Water
PureWaterGuys carries NSF-certified filters proven to reduce Lead and other contaminants found in New York water.
Shop Lead Filters Take the Water QuizFrequently Asked Questions
What is Lead?
Lead has no safe exposure level. It causes neurological damage, especially in children. Sources include aging pipes and plumbing fixtures.
Is New York tap water safe to drink?
Water quality varies by city. Of the New York systems we analyzed, 28 detected Lead. 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 Lead from tap water?
NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems remove lead effectively. See our Lead 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.