ZIP Code 12413 Water Quality & Testing Report
Cairo, NY · Greene County County · Updated for 2026
Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 12413 (Cairo, NY)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 12413 (Cairo, NY) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of D (40/100) due to 10 health violation(s) and 3.0 ppb lead. While treated by Cairo Water District, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Poor — Multiple violations recorded
Health Violations
10
Total Violations
51
Lead Risk
High
Contaminants
5
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 20 unresolved violations. Contact Cairo Water District for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 12413
Tap water in ZIP code 12413 (Cairo, NY) is distributed by Cairo Water District (EPA ID: NY1900025), serving approximately 1,400 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of D with a composite quality score of 40/100.
Water System
Cairo Water District
EPA ID: NY1900025
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
1,400 residents
County
Greene County County, New York
Lead Levels in ZIP 12413
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 3.0 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 12413 is rated High. EPA models estimate a 67% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
EPA action level: 1.3 mg/L
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 12413 is classified as Soft (56 mg/L / 3.3 GPG). Soft water produces abundant soap lather, prevents scale buildup in water heaters, and does not leave spots on dishes.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: Cairo Water District · PWSID: NY1900025
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
Cairo Water District has recorded 10 health-based violations out of 51 total violations over the past 5 years. 20 violations remain unresolved in EPA tracking records.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Critical based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 5 contaminants with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Barium, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, E. coli, HAA6Br.
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Surface Water
This system draws water from lakes, rivers, or reservoirs. Surface water is treated to remove sediment, microorganisms, and chemical contaminants before reaching taps.
Highest potential
Estimated annual flood-related costs per property
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 1 — highest potential for radon in indoor air. Homeowners should test their home for radon and consider mitigation if levels exceed 4 pCi/L.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 12413
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 12413 served by Cairo Water District can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by New York State Department of Health.
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 12413 Recommendations
Serious water quality concerns — action recommended
- 🚨 Install a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 (reverse osmosis) filter immediately for drinking and cooking
- 🚨 Do not give unfiltered water to children, pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals
- 🚨 Contact Cairo Water District to request the current violation status and corrective action plan
- 🚨 Report concerns to your state environmental agency or call the EPA hotline: 1-800-426-4791
- 🚨 Consider having your home's tap water independently tested by a certified lab
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Certified to remove lead. Recommended for immediate protection.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Reverse Osmosis system certified to remove PFAS, heavy metals, and viruses.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 12413 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 12413 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by Cairo Water District. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →