South Farmingdale WD Exceeds in Annual Drinking Water Report

South Farmingdale, NY; June 25, 2019 – The South Farmingdale Water District (SFWD) has released its 2018 Drinking Water Quality Report, and is proud to announce that the District's water meets and exceeds all local, state and federal standards, requirements and criteria.

The report is required to be made public, in compliance with federal and state regulations. Compiled by a local engineering firm and a local laboratory service, in conjunction with Nassau County Department of Health, this in-depth report contains valuable information regarding District water quality, treatment, sources, conservation measures, cost and water quality statistics.

In a statement from the Board of Water Commissioners, “South Farmingdale Water District's continuing goal is to provide our customers with quality, dependable drinking water each and every day. We’re happy to announce that there are no violations of any drinking water standards. We encourage our consumers to request a copy of the report and share it with others.” The Board also added, "Our staff of water professionals follow strict procedures which contain quality control safeguards, including aggressive water sampling which is conducted weekly."

SFWD tests for over 300 compounds, including all new and emerging contaminants. What this means to consumers is that the water that flows from the tap goes through the most rigorous testing in the industry.

If you would like to receive a copy of the latest Drinking Water Quality Report, please visit www.sfwater.com and click on "Water Quality Reports" under the "News" tab. You can also request a copy by visiting South Farmingdale Water District’s office at 40 Langdon Road, Farmingdale, NY 11735, calling the office by phone at (516) 249-3330 or contacting the District it via email at info@sfwater.com. District office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Since 1931, South Farmingdale Water District has been providing quality drinking water that exceeds all local, state and federal standards to the communities it serves, which include South Farmingdale, North Massapequa as well as parts of Bethpage, Seaford and Massapequa Park.

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PHOTO CAPTION: Pictured is South Farmingdale Water District Plant No. 1, located at Langdon Road in Farmingdale, NY. South Farmingdale Water District serves South Farmingdale, North Massapequa as well as parts of Bethpage, Seaford and Massapequa Park. Photo Credit is courtesy of South Farmingdale Water District, which grants media permission of photo use.