Ithaca
NY

Is Ithaca, NY Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Ithaca, 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.

3Water systems
1ZIP codes
0%ZIPs above EPA guideline
Metro areaIthaca, NY
Latest data2024-11-12

Where Does Ithaca Get Its Water?

Water in Ithaca, NY is provided by 3 public water systems: ITHACA CITY, ITHACA TOWN WD and CORNELL UNIVERSITY.

How Is Ithaca Tap Water Treated?

Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine and on-site generated disinfectant. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), membrane filtration and post-ozone biofiltration.

What's in Ithaca Tap Water?

The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Ithaca public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.

ContaminantPeak detectedEPA guidelineZIPs detectedStatus
lithium 9 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
PFTrDA 0.007 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
11Cl-PF3OUdS 0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 1 ZIP Within guideline
11Cl-PF3OUdS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
HFPO-DA 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline

Health Risk Profile for Ithaca

Current EPA monitoring data for Ithaca 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.

Best Broad-Spectrum Filters for This Water Profile

This city profile includes PFAS detections, chlorine disinfection, and other dissolved contaminants. Reverse osmosis (RO) systems certified under NSF/ANSI 58 provide broad reduction coverage; for PFAS specifically, confirm NSF/ANSI P473 or equivalent PFAS reduction certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ithaca Tap Water

Is Ithaca tap water safe to drink?

Ithaca 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 Ithaca tap water?

The most commonly detected contaminants in Ithaca water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 11Cl-PF3OUdS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.

Where does Ithaca get its drinking water?

Ithaca receives water from 3 public water systems, including ITHACA CITY.

Do I need a water filter in Ithaca?

Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Ithaca. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.

How often is Ithaca tap water tested?

Public water systems in Ithaca 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 2024-11-12.

Tap water reports by ZIP in Ithaca

Water utilities serving Ithaca, 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.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline.

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