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Official Status: March 2026

Is Fort Drum tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Fort Drum scores 96/100.

Safety Score
96
out of 100

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Fort Drum

New York

View New York state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Fort Drum tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Fort Drum scores 96/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Fort Drum. We found 19 total violations (2 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Fort Drum?

Requirement Status
Optional
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Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Municipal water quality in Fort Drum directly influences pipe corrosion rates and home filtration needs. The high safety score (96/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Fort Drum

19
Violations (5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Fort Drum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Drum tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Fort Drum scores 96/100.

How many water systems serve Fort Drum?

Fort Drum is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Fort Drum?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Fort Drum.

What is the water quality score for Fort Drum?

The water quality score for Fort Drum is 96 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Fort Drum?

The top contaminants detected in Fort Drum include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
96/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
34,000

Fort Drum Water Quality Summary

Fort Drum, NY receives a water quality score of 96/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Fort Drum's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Fort Drum's score of 96 is 13 points above the New York state average of 83, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our New York water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0004 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Fort Drum (1)

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