Is Corfu, NY Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Corfu, NY tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Corfu Get Its Water?
Water in Corfu, NY is provided by 2 public water systems: BATAVIA CONSOLIDATED W.D. and MCWA.
How Is Corfu Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), granular activated carbon filtration, in-line filtration, post-ozone biofiltration and slow sand filtration.
What's in Corfu Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Corfu public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.007 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Corfu
Current EPA monitoring data for Corfu shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Corfu Tap Water
Is Corfu tap water safe to drink?
Corfu tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Corfu tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Corfu water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 8:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Corfu get its drinking water?
Corfu receives water from 2 public water systems, including BATAVIA CONSOLIDATED W.D..
Do I need a water filter in Corfu?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Corfu. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Corfu tap water tested?
Public water systems in Corfu are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2024-08-13.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Corfu
- 14036 - Corfu tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Corfu, NY
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- BATAVIA CONSOLIDATED W.D.Looks OK
- MCWALooks OK
Also covers / overlaps with
- Darien, NY · Township
- Pembroke, NY · Township