01The verdict: is Corinth (T) water safe?
Corinth (T)'s tap water meets most EPA standards but has areas that warrant attention. With a grade of A (94.2/100), some contaminant levels or compliance issues suggest that residents may benefit from additional filtration. The city's 2 water systems serve approximately 756 residents using gup.
1 unresolved violation on record
EPA records show an open compliance item for this system. Most are administrative, but unresolved items are worth watching.
See what was cited ↓Lead is well under the limit
90th-percentile lead is 0.0 ppb — beneath the 15 ppb federal action level and under the 5 ppb watch threshold.
See the trend ↓A flood-prone service area
5 federal disaster declarations on record. After severe weather, watch for boil-water advisories.
See the risk factors ↓Corinth (T)'s drinking water received a grade of A (94.2 out of 100), indicating excellent water quality. The city's 2 water systems serve approximately 756 residents using gup.
Lead levels were measured at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile), well within EPA limits. This system has not yet been tested for PFAS under the EPA UCMR 5 program. The system has 27 violations on record, including 2 health-based violations. 1 remains unresolved.
Corinth (T) ranks #80 out of 810 cities in New York for water quality, placing it one of the best in the state. As a small community water system, Corinth (T) may have fewer resources for advanced treatment technologies and infrastructure upgrades compared to larger utilities.
02What's in Corinth (T)'s water
Every contaminant flagged in Corinth (T), on one shared scale: distance to its own legal limit. The red line is the limit — anything past it is out of compliance, and the closer a bar gets, the less headroom the system has.
Full contaminants report
| Contaminant | Detected Level | EPA Limit | Unit | Category | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead (90th percentile) LeadHeavy Metal A toxic heavy metal that can leach into drinking water from older pipes, solder, and fixtures. No amount of lead in water is considered safe. Health EffectsBrain and nervous system damage in children, kidney damage, high blood pressure, and reproductive problems in adults. EPA Limit15 ppb action level Common SourcesCorrosion of lead pipes, lead solder, brass faucets, and household plumbing. | 0.0 | 15 | ppb | Inorganic | Safe |
Cities ranked by 90th-percentile lead PF PFAS in New York
Cities ranked by compounds detected Cu Copper in New York
Cities ranked by 90th-percentile copper
03Corinth (T)'s ten-year track record
Each box is one year. A green check means no EPA violations; a numbered badge counts that year's violations — red if any were health-based, amber if they were monitoring or paperwork issues. The system has 27 violations on record, including 2 health-based violations. 1 remains unresolved.
All ten of the last ten years were clean — no EPA violations recorded for Corinth (T).
▼ Down 2 ppb since 2005. Latest reading: 0 ppb (2023) — 0% of the action level. Sampled at higher-risk homes (90th percentile).
04Where Corinth (T)'s water comes from
Corinth (T)'s water comes from groundwater under the direct influence of surface water, a designation that requires the same treatment rigor as surface water systems.
GUP
Source details for this system are limited in EPA records.
Local treatment
Treatment is regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act.
2 systems
2 water systems, operated under local government ownership.
756 people
Residents served across Corinth (T)'s service area.
This source type is vulnerable to both surface contamination pathways and naturally occurring underground contaminants. The system is operated by local government ownership and serves approximately 756 people through 2 water systems.
| System name | PWSID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| CORINTH TOWN WD (CORINTH V) | NY4530283 | 756 | GUP |
| WOODCREST ACRES MOBILE HOME | NY4521831 | 188 | Groundwater |
Water bodies near Corinth (T)
These water bodies shape the regional watershed and can indirectly affect groundwater quality.
05Pressure on Corinth (T)'s watershed
Outside forces that shape what reaches the treatment plant. None of these is a verdict on the tap by itself — but each adds pressure worth knowing about.
Flood & storm history
5 federal disaster declarations on record for Saratoga County. Flooding and severe storms can overwhelm treatment plants, cause sewage overflows, and push runoff into supplies.
06How Corinth (T) compares
Scores for nearby New York cities on one line, with the average marked.
dashed line = New York average (78/100)
Corinth (T) scores 94.2/100 — above the New York average of 78/100. It outscores 10 of 10 nearby cities. Full New York rankings →
89 / 100CBrookhaven (T), NY
60.9 / 100AEast Hampton (T), NY
85.1 / 100BIslip (T), NY
71.8 / 100BSmithtown (T), NY
84.8 / 100BSouthampton (T), NY
78.8 / 100
Compare all cities in the county — grades, violations, and contaminant data side by side.→
07What to do at home
Steps matched to what testing actually found in Corinth (T)'s water — not generic advice.
A basic carbon filter still helps
Corinth (T)'s water meets federal standards, but a simple carbon filter improves taste and adds a margin of safety against short-term issues.
Compare tested filters →Read your utility's annual report
Every utility must publish a yearly Consumer Confidence Report with its own testing results. It pairs well with the independent data on this page.
How to read a CCR →Watch for Corinth (T) alerts
This area has a history of flood declarations — after severe weather, watch for boil-water advisories from the utility, and check the live alerts on this page.
All water alerts →Frequently asked questions
Is Corinth (T), NY tap water safe to drink?
Corinth (T)'s water quality earned a grade of A (94.2/100). The water generally meets EPA standards and is considered safe for consumption. The city ranks #80 out of 810 cities tested in New York.
What contaminants are in Corinth (T)'s water?
Lead was measured at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile). 27 violations are on record.
How is Corinth (T)'s water quality grade calculated?
The grade is based on four factors: violation history (40%), lead and copper levels (25%), PFAS contamination (25%), and regulatory compliance (10%). The score is also adjusted based on how complete the available data is. See our methodology page for full details.
Do I need a water filter in Corinth (T)?
Based on current data, basic filtration should suffice for additional peace of mind.
Where does Corinth (T)'s water come from?
Corinth (T)'s water is sourced from GUP. The city has 2 water systems serving approximately 756 residents.
What health violations has Corinth (T)'s water system had?
Corinth (T) has 2 health-based violations on record. The most recent violation was recorded in July 2014. Health-based violations mean the water exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for a regulated substance. 1 violation remains unresolved.
How does Corinth (T)'s water compare to other cities?
Corinth (T) ranks #80 out of 810 cities in New York (better than 90% of state cities) and #599 out of 15382 cities nationally (96th percentile). The grade of A reflects the combined assessment of violation history, lead and copper levels, PFAS contamination, and regulatory compliance.