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Official Status: March 2026

Is Queensbury tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Queensbury scores 82/100.

Safety Score
82
out of 100

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Queensbury

New York

View New York state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Queensbury tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Queensbury scores 82/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Queensbury. We found 27 total violations (10 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Queensbury?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Queensbury tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Queensbury tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Queensbury, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (82/100) 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 Queensbury

27
Violations (5yr)
10
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Queensbury tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Queensbury scores 82/100.

How many water systems serve Queensbury?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Queensbury?

The water quality score for Queensbury is 82 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 Queensbury?

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

Water Quality Score
82/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
1
Population
21,200

Queensbury Water Quality Summary

Queensbury, NY receives a water quality score of 82/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Queensbury'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.

Queensbury's score of 82 is 1 point below 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)
0.003 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Queensbury (1)

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