Is East Syracuse, NY Tap Water Safe to Drink?
East Syracuse, 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 East Syracuse Get Its Water?
Water in East Syracuse, NY is provided by 2 public water systems: DEWITT WDS - NORTH and OCWA.
How Is East Syracuse Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and chloramines. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), direct filtration and post-ozone biofiltration.
What's in East Syracuse Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in East Syracuse 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 |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for East Syracuse
Current EPA monitoring data for East Syracuse 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 East Syracuse Tap Water
Is East Syracuse tap water safe to drink?
East Syracuse 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 East Syracuse tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in East Syracuse water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, PFBA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does East Syracuse get its drinking water?
East Syracuse receives water from 2 public water systems, including DEWITT WDS - NORTH.
Do I need a water filter in East Syracuse?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in East Syracuse. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is East Syracuse tap water tested?
Public water systems in East Syracuse 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 2025-08-13.
Tap water reports by ZIP in East Syracuse
- 13057 - East Syracuse tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving East Syracuse, 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.
- OCWASome concern
Also covers / overlaps with
- Cicero, NY · Township
- De Witt, NY · CDP
- Manlius, NY · Township