Compliance record
Other contaminants detected
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Detection rate | Source | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barium | 382 µg/L 19% of the EPA limit 2000 µg/L | 3/4 | SYR4 | 2014–2018 |
| Arsenic | 1.8 µg/L 18% of the EPA limit 10 µg/L | 2/3 | SYR4 | 2014–2016 |
| Chromium | 3 µg/L 3% of the EPA limit 100 µg/L | 2/4 | SYR4 | 2014–2018 |
| Nitrate | 5930 µg/L 59% of the EPA limit 10000 µg/L | 2/8 | SYR4 | 2014–2018 |
| Cadmium | 0.2000 µg/L 4% of the EPA limit 5 µg/L | 1/4 | SYR4 | 2014–2018 |
| Lead | 0.0032 mg/L 21% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L | 1/1 | LCR | 2015 |
| Nitrate-Nitrite | 5930 µg/L 59% of the EPA limit 10000 µg/L | 1/1 | SYR4 | 2014 |
62 contaminants tested, none detected
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Frequently asked questions about Sheppard Estates
Is Sheppard Estates tap water safe to drink?
EPA monitoring detected 7 contaminants in Sheppard Estates's water. A detection isn't the same as a violation — most levels are within federal limits. See each level and source above, and the utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for its official compliance status.
What contaminants were detected in Sheppard Estates's water?
EPA monitoring detected Barium, Arsenic, Chromium, Nitrate, Cadmium, and others. The full list with the level and data source for each is above.
How many people does Sheppard Estates serve?
Sheppard Estates reports serving 23 people in New York, per its EPA record.
Has Sheppard Estates had any water quality violations?
The EPA has no formal drinking-water violations on file for Sheppard Estates.
Where does this data come from?
Every figure is official EPA drinking-water monitoring — the Lead & Copper Rule, the UCMR-5 nationwide testing program, and the EPA Six-Year Review — not our own testing. Each number is labelled with its source and period.