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WATER AND WASTEWATERS ENGINEER’S REPORT
La Terra Condominiums
Cottage Street & Park Place
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
October 17, 2025
DRAFT
OWNER:
Vincent and Katherine LaTerra
7 Cottage Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
CONTRACTOR:
To be determined
PREPARED BY:
Studio A Landscape Architecture + Engineering, D.P.C.
74 Warren Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
TABLE OF CONTENTS_______________________________
PROJECT DESCRIPTION …………..…………………………………………………………….……………..………p. 1
DESCRIPTION OF EXISTING DEVELOPMENT …………………………………………………………………p. 1
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT ……………………………………………….…..…………p. 1
ENGINEERING CRITERIA ………….……………………………………….……………………………..…………..p. 2
ANTICIPATED WATER DEMAND ……………………………………….……………………………..…………..p. 2
AVAILABLE WATER SUPPLY …………….…………………………………………….…………………..…..…….p. 3
CONCLUSIONS ……………………………………………………………………………………….….…………………p. 3
APPENDICIES
A FIRE HYDRANT FLOW TEST REPORT
B ANNUAL DRINKING WATER QUALITY REPORT FOR 2021
C CITY OF SARATOGA WASTEWATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM MAP
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PROJECT DESCRIPTON
The Laterra Condominiums is a proposed housing development in the City of Saratoga Springs.
Wastewater generated by the development is proposed to be conveyed to the existing municipal
sewer system. The development will be provided with potable water through a connection to the
City of Saratoga Water System. This report summarizes the anticipated water usage and fire
protection, in addition to the anticipated wastewater flow generation for the proposed
development for consideration and review by the City of Saratoga City Engineers.
DESCRIPTION OF EXISTING SITE
Existing Site Conditions
The project site is located on the corner of Park Place and Cottage Ave in the city of Saratoga
Springs, NY (Tax Map ID: 165.84-1-4). The existing site is undeveloped with the exception of an
asphalt parking lot.
Existing Potable Water Infrastructure
The City of Saratoga Springs receives surface water from the Loughberry Lake Watershed and
ground water from the Geyser Crest system, (Hathorn Blvd. and Quevic Dr). These systems
operate under the Public Water Supply IDs’ NY4500178 and #NY4500168 respectively. Water is
also pumped into Loughberry Lake from Bog Meadow Brook, (Ingersoll Road Saratoga Springs),
and three Bog Meadow groundwater wells during the high demand summer months to help
maintain the lake level. Although all the systems are interconnected, Loughberry Lake is the
primary potable water source and supplies most of the city. The Geyser Crest wells supply the
Geyser Crest Subdivision and a portion of the southwest section of the city. Potable water from
both systems is conveyed throughout the City of Saratoga via a system of watermains.
A 4ӯ potable watermain extends under Cottage Street, which tees into a 4ӯ watermain under
Park Place. A fire hydrant is located approximately 450 ft. West of the property site on the corner
of Park Place and Regent Street. Another hydrant is located directly East of the property on the
opposite corner of Cottage Street and Park Place.
Existing Wastewater Infrastructure
The proposed project is located within the Saratoga County Sewer District #1 (SCSD). A 10ӯ VCP
sanitary sewer line is located under Park Place that conveys wastewater via gravity flow to a
sewer main under Lincoln Ave. The 10ӯ Park Place sewer line is approximately 6-7 ft. below the
ground surface.
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
General Site Development
The Laterra Condominium Project encompasses the construction of a multi-family condo building
with six living units. Living spaces will be located on the upper 3 floors and the basement level will
contain interior parking and storage, accessible by a driveway extending from Cottage Street. Site
improvements include sidewalks, street trees, streetlights, and landscaping.
Proposed Potable Water Infrastructure
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Potable water will be provided to the building through a 4ӯ ductile iron pipe water service line.
The service line will tap into the existing 4ӯ watermain under Cottage Street with a Mueller
Resilient Wedge Tapping Valve. A valve box will be installed at the municipal connection
Additionally, the building will be equipped with an automatic fire suppression system.
Proposed Wastewater Infrastructure
The wastewater generated by each building will discharge from the building via gravity flow to an
8ӯ solvent welded SDR 35 PVC sewer line. The sewer line will tee into the 10ӯ municipal line
with a 30 ° - 45 ° WYE connection.
ENGINEERING CRITERIA
The proposed water supply distribution system was designed in general conformance with the
following design standards and regulations:
Great Lakes Upper Mississippi River Board of State Public Health & Environmental
Managers (Ten States Standards), “Recommended Standards for Water Works,” 2018
Great Lakes Upper Mississippi River Board of State Public Health & Environmental
Managers (Ten States Standards), “Recommended Standards for Wastewater Facilities,”
2014
New York State Sanitary Code Part 5: Drinking Water Supplies
Applicable standards (latest edition) published by the American Water Works Association
ANTICIPATED DESIGN FLOWS
The daily demand for the proposed development is as follows:
Proposed Population (6 Condo Units):
= (6) Condos x (3) Bedrooms/Condo x (2) Population/Bedroom
= 36 potential residents
Water/Wastewater Demand Rates
Average Day = 55 gallons/capita/day
Maximum Daily = 1.8 x Average Day = 99 gallons/capita/day
Peak Hourly = 4 x Average Day (1/24 hour/day) = 9.17 gallons/capita/hr
Anticipated Water/Wastewater Demand for Proposed Development
Average Daily Demand = 1,980 gallons/day / 0.0020 mgd
Maximum Daily Demand = 3,564 gallons/day / 0.0036 mgd
Peak Hourly Demand = 330 gallons/hr / 0.0079 mgd
Fire Flow Analysis
Sprinkler Demand Per NFPA-13R Design = 97 gallons/min @ 58 psi
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Required Potable Water Instantaneous Demand
Req’d Instantaneous Demand = 8 gallons/min + 97 gallons/min = 105 gallons/min
Potable Water Design flows were determined using typical per-unit hydraulic loading rates for
Apartments on public water supply, provided in Table 3.3 of McGraw-Hill Handbook Water
Distributions Systems Handbook. Wastewater Design Flows were determined by using typical per-
unit hydraulic loading rates for Apartments, provided in Table B-3 in the New York State Design
Standards for Intermediate Sized Wastewater Treatment Systems.
AVAILABLE WATER SUPPLY
Existing water supply information was obtained from the most recent Annual Drinking Water
Quality Report titled “Annual Drinking Water Quality Report for 2024 City of Saratoga Springs.”
The analysis reports that the City of Saratoga Potable Water System serves approximately 28,000
people through 9,680 service connections. The total water produced in 2024 was 1,568,243,000
gallons. The city’s daily average was 4.297 mgd. The highest single day consumption was 7.657
mgd on June 19, 2024. With an anticipated average daily demand of 0.0014 mgd, the proposed
development will have a negligible increase on the City’s water system demands of 0.03%.
Hydrant flow testing was completed by RBM Guardian Fire Protection, Inc., on August 4, 2025
within the vicinity of the proposed project. Static and residual pressures were recorded at a ‘read
hydrant’ located approximately 125 feet west of the flow hydrant within the right of way of Park
Place, at an elevation of 311 feet. The static pressure at the ‘read hydrant’ was reported at 71
pounds per square inch (psi) with the residual pressure reported at 69 psi. Flow was recorded at a
‘flow hydrant’ located approximately 30 ft. east of the project site at an elevation of 311 feet. The
flow was recorded at 419 gpm.
Based upon the fire flow measurements, it is anticipated that building will have a potential flow
rate of 1034 gpm at 58 psi.
MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER FLOW DATA
It is assumed that the existing 10ӯ VCP sewer main is sloped at a minimum of 0.28%, resulting in
a total pipe capacity of 450.95 gpm. The anticipated maximum daily sewer flow of 0.0036 mgd, or
2.50 gpm, generated by the proposed development is 0.55% of the maximum capacity of the
municipal sewer main. Assuming that the sewer main is currently flowing at 75% full during peak
operations, the peak flow rate would be 359.04 gpm, which is 79.6% of the sewer main capacity.
The proposed development would increase the peak flow rate to 361.54 gpm, which is 80.1% of
the sewer main capacity. The anticipated sewer flows from the proposed development will not
result in the capacity of the sewer main being exceeded.
CONCLUSION
It is our opinion, based upon the above analysis, that the City has adequate capacity and pressure
to accommodate the potable water connection for proposed development. Additionally, our
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analysis indicates that the existing municipal sewer is capable of conveying and treating the
proposed increase in sewer flows. The proposed development results in a minimal increase to the
sewer and water flows and will cause little to no impact on the Sewer and Water District
infrastructure.
Water and Wastewater Engineer’s Report Prepared by:
Matthew E. Huntington, PE
Principal
For
Studio A | Landscape Architecture + Engineering, DPC
APPENDIX A
FIRE HYDRANT FLOW TEST REPORT
Job No: 25001 Design Hydrant Flow Calculations Date: 10/17/2025
V1 =V2
elevation @ res. Hyd.
Z1 (ft)311
elevation @ flow Hyd.
Z2 (ft)311
Static Pressure @ res. hyd
P1 (psi)71
Static Pressure @ flow hyd P2
(psi)71.0
Location Building F.F. El.
Elevation @ prop.
Zdesign (ft)316.42
Static Pressure @ prop. hyd.
Psdesign (psi)68.7
Flow @ Flow Hyd
QF (gpm)419
Static Pressure @ prop. hyd.
Psdesign (psi)68.7
Static Pressure @ flow hyd
Ps (psi)71.0
Residual Pressure @ res. hyd
Pr (psi) 69
Q (gpm) = 1034
Static Pressure at Flow Hydrant
(friction loss neglected)
Flow @ Sprinklers
(@ 58 psi)
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APPENDIX B
CITY OF SARATOGA
ANNUAL DRINKING WATER QUALITY REPORT FOR 2024
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Annual Drinking Water Quality Report for 2024 City
of Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Springs City (Geyser Crest) (Geyser Crest Subdivision) - Public Water Supply ID #NY4500178
Saratoga Springs City (Loughberry Lake Watershed) - Public Water Supply ID #NY4500168
INTRODUCTION
To comply with State regulations, the City of Saratoga Springs issues an annual report describing the quality of your drinking water.
The purpose of this report is to raise your understanding of drinking water and awareness of the need to protect our drinking water
sources. Last year, your tap water met all State drinking water health standards. We are proud to report that our system did not violate
a health-related maximum contaminant level. This report provides an overview of last year’s water quality. Included are details about
where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to State standards.
If you have any questions about this report or concerns regarding your drinking water, please call Mr. Brett Johnson Chief Water
Treatment Plant Operator at (518) 587-3550, extension 2472. We want you to be informed about your drinking water. If you want to
learn more, please attend any of our regularly scheduled city council meetings. The meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of
each month.
WHERE DOES OUR WATER COME FROM?
In general, the sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and
wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and can pick up
substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activities. Contaminants that may be present in source water include
microbial contaminants; inorganic contaminants; pesticides and herbicides; organic chemical contaminants; and radioactive
contaminants. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the State and the EPA prescribe regulations which limit the amount of
certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. The State Health Departments and the FDA’s regulations establish
limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.
The City of Saratoga Springs receives surface water from the Loughberry Lake Watershed and ground water from the Geyser Crest
system, (Hathorn Blvd. and Quevic Dr). Water is also pumped into Loughberry Lake from Bog Meadow Brook, (Ingersoll Road
Saratoga Springs), and three Bog Meadow groundwater wells during the high demand summer months to help maintain the lake level.
During 2024, our system did not experience any restriction of our water sources.
The Loughberry Lake source is treated conventionally at the Excelsior Avenue treatment plant with flocculation, sedimentation, and
filtration. It is disinfected with a combination of ultraviolet light and sodium hypochlorite application. Fluoride is added to attain the
optimal level of fluoride in the finished water to aid in preventing tooth decay. Phosphate is added for corrosion control. The Geyser
Crest wells are disinfected with sodium hypochlorite and fluoride is added. Although all the systems are interconnected, Loughberry
Lake is our primary source and supplies most of the city. The Geyser Crest wells supply the Geyser Crest Subdivision and a portion
of the southwest section of the city.
FACTS AND FIGURES
Our water system serves approximately 28,000 people through 9,680 service connections. The total water produced in 2024 was
1,568,243,000 gallons. The city’s daily average was 4,297,000 gallons. Our highest single day consumption was 7,657,000 gallons on
June 19, 2024. The amount of water delivered through metered sales was 1,187,770,374 gallons. This leaves an unaccounted-for total
of 380,472,626 gallons. These losses came from city operations, flushing mains, fighting fires, water main breaks, and unauthorized
use (adding up to approximately 24% of the total amount produced). In 2024 water customers were charged a sliding scale rate with
most customers paying approximately $13.15 per 1,000 cubic feet of water consumed (or approximately $1.75 per 1,000 gallons).
The NYS DOH has completed source water assessments for the Bog Meadow Brook, Geyser Crest Subdivision and Loughberry
Lake Watershed systems based on available information. Possible and actual threats to these drinking water sources were evaluated.
The State source water assessments include a susceptibility rating based on the risk posed by each potential source of contamination
and how easily contaminants can move through the environment. The susceptibility rating is an estimate of the potential for
contamination of the source water, it does not mean that the water delivered to consumers is or will become contaminated. See section
“Are there contaminants in our drinking water?” for a list of the contaminants that have been detected, if any. The source water
assessments provide resource managers with additional information for protecting source waters into the future.
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The Bog Meadow Brook assessment found a moderate susceptibility to contamination for this source of drinking water. The amount
of row crops in the assessment area results in a medium susceptibility to pesticides, and there is reason to believe that land cover data
may overestimate the percentage of pasture in the assessment area. No permitted discharges are found in the assessment area. There
is also noteworthy contamination susceptibility associated with other discrete contaminant sources, and these facility types include:
mines. Finally, it should be noted that relatively high flow velocities make river drinking water supplies highly sensitive to existing
and new sources of microbial contamination.
The Geyser Crest Subdivision assessment rated our water source as having an elevated susceptibility to microbial, nitrates, industrial
solvents and other industrial contaminants. These ratings are due primarily to the close proximity of the wells to a permitted discharge
facility (industrial/commercial facilities that discharge wastewater into the environment and are regulated by the state and/or federal
government), a hazardous waste site, and the residential land use in the assessment area. In addition, the wells draw from fractured
bedrock and the overlying soils may not provide adequate protection from potential contamination. While the source water
assessment rates our wells as being susceptible to microbials, please note that our water is disinfected to ensure that the finished water
delivered into your home meets New York State’s drinking water standards for microbial contamination.
The Loughberry Lake Watershed assessment found an elevated susceptibility to contamination for this source of drinking water. The
amount of pasture in the assessment area results in a medium potential for protozoa contamination, and the amount of residential lands
in the assessment area results in an elevated potential for microbial contamination. A single non-sanitary wastewater discharge is
unlikely to contribute to contamination. There are no noteworthy contamination threats associated with other discrete contaminant
sources. Finally, it should be noted that hydrologic characteristics (e.g., basin shape and flushing rates) generally make reservoirs
highly sensitive to existing and new sources of phosphorus and microbial contamination.
The State Health Department will use this information to direct future source water protection activities. These may include water
quality monitoring, resource management, and planning and education programs. A copy of the assessment can be obtained by
contacting us, as noted below.
ARE THERE CONTAMINANTS IN OUR DRINKING WATER?
As the State regulations require, we routinely test your drinking water for numerous contaminants. These contaminants include total
coliform bacteria, turbidity, inorganic compounds, nitrate, nitrite, lead and copper, volatile organic compounds, total trihalomethanes,
haloacetic acids, radiological aspects and synthetic organic compounds. The table presented below depicts which compounds were
detected in your drinking water. The State allows us to test for some contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations
of these contaminants do not change frequently. Some of our data, though representative, are more than one year old.
It should be noted that all drinking water, including bottled drinking water, may be reasonably expected to contain at least small amounts
of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information
about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791) or
the New York State Department of Health, Glens Falls Regional Office at (518) 793-3893.
DEFINITIONS:
Action Level (AL): The concentration of a contaminant, which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements, which a water system must follow.
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as
feasible.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health.
MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that
addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to
health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contamination.
Treatment Technique (TT): A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU): A measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the average person.
Non-Detects (ND): Laboratory analysis indicates that the constituent is not present.
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Table of Detected Contaminants – Loughberry Lake Watershed
Contaminant
Violation
Yes/No
Date of
Sample
Level Detected
(Average)
(Range)
Unit of
Measure
MCLG
Regulatory
Limit (MCL,
TT or AL)
Likely Source of Contamination
Microbiological Contaminants
Turbidity1 No 7/24/24 0.244 NTU N/A TT = 1 Soil runoff
Turbidity No 2024 100% < 0.3 NTU N/A 95% < 0.3 Soil runoff
Inorganic Contaminants
Alkalinity, Total
(Raw Water) No Monthly
2024
129.6
(1 - 160) mg/L N/A N/A Naturally occurring.
Barium No 11/19/24 0.0392 mg/L 2 MCL = 2
Discharge of drilling wastes; discharge
from metal refineries; erosion of natural
deposits.
Copper No
7/20/24 –
7/28/24
0.0682
(ND - 0.100)3
mg/L 1.3 AL = 1.3
Corrosion of household plumbing
systems; Erosion of natural deposits;
leaching from wood preservatives.
Chloride No 11/19/24 135 mg/L N/A MCL = 250 Naturally occurring or indicative of road
salt contamination.
Lead No
7/20/24 –
7/28/24
3.42
(ND - 4.4)3 µg/L 0 AL = 15
Corrosion of household plumbing
systems and service lines connecting
building to water mains; Erosion of
natural deposits.
Nickel No 11/19/24 0.0051 mg/L N/A N/A Naturally occurring.
Nitrate No 11/19/24 0.61 mg/L 10 MCL = 10
Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching
from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of
natural deposits.
Organic Carbon,
Total No Monthly
2024
2.6
(1.8 - 3.5) mg/L N/A N/A Naturally occurring.
Sodium No 11/19/24 766 mg/L N/A (See Health
Effects)6
Naturally occurring; Road salt; Water
softeners; Animal waste.
Fluoride No 11/19/24 0.65 mg/L N/A MCL= 2.2
Erosion of natural deposits; Water
additive that promotes strong teeth;
Discharge from
fertilizer and aluminum factories.
Sulfate No 11/19/24 17.7 mg/L N/A MCL = 250 Naturally occurring.
Color No 11/19/24 2 Units N/A MCL = 15 Large quantities of organic chemicals,
inadequate treatment, high disinfectant
demand and the potential for production
of excess amounts of disinfectant by-
products such as trihalomethanes, the
presence of metals such as copper, iron
and manganese; Natural color may be
caused by decaying leaves, plants, and
soil organic matter.
Odor No 11/19/24 4 Units N/A MCL = 3 Organic or inorganic pollutants
originating from municipal and
industrial waste discharges; natural
sources.
Units: Milligrams per liter (mg/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one million parts of liquid (parts per million - ppm).
Micrograms per liter (µg/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one billion parts of liquid (parts per billion - ppb).
Nanograms per liter (ng/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one trillion parts of liquid (parts per trillion - ppt).
Picocuries per liter (pCi/L): A measure of the radioactivity in water.
Millirems per year (mrem/yr): A measure of radiation absorbed by the body.
NOTES – LOUGHBERRY LAKE WATERSHED:
1 – Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of the water. We test it because it is a good indicator of the effectiveness of our filtration system. Our
highest single turbidity measurement (0.244 NTU) for the year occurred on July 24th, 2024. State regulations require that turbidity must always be
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below 1 NTU. The regulations also require that 95% of the turbidity samples collected have measurements below 0.3 NTU. In 2024 100% of our
measurements met that requirement.
2 – The level presented represents the 90th percentile of the sites tested. A percentile is a value on a scale of 100 that indicates the percent of a distribution
that is equal to or below it. The 90th percentile is equal to or greater than 90% of the lead and copper values detected at your water system. In this
case 31 samples were collected at your water system and the 90th percentile value was 0.030 mg/L for copper and .56 ug/L for lead. The action level
for copper was not exceeded at any of the sites tested. The action level for lead was not exceeded at any of the sites tested during the year.
3 – The level presented represents the range of results.
4 – Compliance for TTHM and HAA5 MCLs is based on a locational running annual arithmetic average (LRAA), computed quarterly, of quarterly
averages of all samples. The highest locational running average for the year 2024 is shown for each sample site. The highest LRAA for HAA5
occurred during the 1st quarter for all sites tested. The highest LRAA for TTHM occurred during the 2 nd quarter for Stewarts, Denny’s and the DPW
Garage during the 1st quarter and the Hilton in the 3rd quarter.
5 – The level presented represents the range of results for the four quarterly samples collected at each site in 2024.
6 – Water containing more than 20 mg/l of sodium should not be used for drinking by people on severely restricted sodium diets. Water containing
more than 270 mg/l of sodium should not be used for drinking by people on moderately restricted sodium diets.
Table of Detected Contaminants – Loughberry Lake Watershed (Continued)
Contaminant
Violation
Yes/No
Date of
Sample
Level Detected
(Average)
(Range)
Unit of
Measure
MCLG
Regulatory
Limit (MCL,
TT or AL)
Likely Source of Contamination
Organic Contaminants
Perfluorooctanoic
acid (PFOA) [LLTP] No 3/14/24 1.8
ng/L N/A MCL = 10
Released into the environment from
widespread use in commercial and
industrial applications.
Perfluorooctanoic
acid (PFOA) [LLTP] No 3/14/23 2.3
Perfluorooctane
sulfonic acid
(PFOS) [LLTP]
No 3/14/23 0.5 ng/L N/A MCL = 10
Released into the environment from
widespread use in commercial and
industrial applications.
Radiological Contaminants
Gross alpha activity
(including radium –
226 but excluding
radon and uranium)
No 12/6/22 0.792+/-1.02 pCi/L 0 MCL = 15
Erosion of natural deposits.
Stage-2 Disinfection Byproducts
Haloacetic Acids
(HAAs) No Quarterly
2024
Denny’s
31.7754
(25.5-31.9)5
Hilton Garden
26.625
(12.6-31.1)
DPW
27.525
(15.5-34.1)
Stewarts Lake
31.6
(17.8-33.4)
µg/L N/A MCL = 60
By-product of drinking water
disinfection needed to kill harmful
organisms.
Trihalomethanes
(TTHMs) No Quarterly
2024
Denny’s
56.5254
(31.1-78.2)5
Hilton Garden
53
(38-61)
DPW
55.25
(35-53.7)
Stewarts Lake
54.725
(30.9-59.7)
µg/L N/A MCL = 80
By-product of drinking water
chlorination needed to kill harmful
organisms. TTHMs are formed when
source water contains large amounts of
organic matter.
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Units: Milligrams per liter (mg/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one million parts of liquid (parts per million - ppm).
Micrograms per liter (µg/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one billion parts of liquid (parts per billion - ppb).
Nanograms per liter (ng/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one trillion parts of liquid (parts per trillion - ppt).
Picocuries per liter (pCi/L): A measure of the radioactivity in water.
Millirems per year (mrem/yr): A measure of radiation absorbed by the body.
DEFINITIONS:
Action Level (AL): The concentration of a contaminant, which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements, which a water system must follow.
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as
feasible.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health.
MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that
addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to
health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contamination.
Treatment Technique (TT): A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU): A measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the average person.
Non-Detects (ND): Laboratory analysis indicates that the constituent is not present
[LLTP] – Sample was collected from the Loughberry Lake Treatment Plant.
[BMPS] – Sample was collected from the Bog Meadow Pump Station.
Table of Detected Contaminants – Geyser Crest Subdivision
Contaminant
Violation
Yes/No
Date of
Sample
Level
Detected
(Average)
(Range)
Unit of
Measure
MCLG
Regulatory
Limit (MCL, TT
or AL)
Likely Source of Contamination
Inorganic Contaminants
Barium
No 12/6/23 0.041 mg/L 2 MCL = 2
Discharge of drilling wastes;
Discharge from metal refineries;
Erosion of natural deposits.
Copper No 7/20/24 –
7/28/24
0.0941
(ND-0.100)2 mg/L 1.3 AL = 1.3
Corrosion of household plumbing
systems; Erosion of natural
deposits; leaching from wood
preservatives.
Chloride No 11/20/24 192 mg/L N/A MCL = 250 Naturally occurring or indicative of
road salt contamination.
Fluoride No 12/8/20
0.661
mg/L N/A MCL = 2.2
Erosion of natural deposits; Water
additive that promotes strong teeth;
Discharge from fertilizer and
aluminum factories.
Lead No 7/20/24 –
7/28/24
31
(ND – 3.7)2 µg/L 0 AL = 15
Corrosion of household plumbing
systems and service lines
connecting building to water mains;
Erosion of natural deposits.
Nitrate No 11/20/24 0.64 mg/L 10 MCL = 10
Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching
from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion
of natural deposits.
Nickel No 12/6/23 1.8 ug/L N/A N/A
Naturally occurring.
Sodium No 11/20/24 983 mg/L N/A (See Health
Effects)3
Naturally occurring; Road salt;
Water softeners; Animal waste.
Sulfate No 11/20/24 33.3 mg/L N/A MCL = 250 Naturally occurring.
Color No 11/20/24 2 Units N/A MCL = 15 Large quantities of organic
chemicals, inadequate treatment,
high disinfectant demand and the
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potential for production of excess
amounts of disinfectant by- products
such as trihalomethanes, the
presence of metals such as copper,
iron and manganese; Natural color
may be caused by decaying leaves,
plants, and soil organic matter.
Units: Milligrams per liter (mg/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one million parts of liquid (parts per million - ppm).
Micrograms per liter (µg/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one billion parts of liquid (parts per billion - ppb).
Nanograms per liter (ng/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one trillion parts of liquid (parts per trillion - ppt).
Picocuries per liter (pCi/L): A measure of the radioactivity in water.
Millirems per year (mrem/yr): A measure of radiation absorbed by the body.
NOTES – GEYSER CREST SUBDIVISION:
1 – The level presented represents the 90th percentile of the 21 sites tested. A percentile is a value on a scale of 100 that indicates the percent of a
distribution that is equal to or below it. The 90th percentile is equal to or greater than 90% of the values detected at your water system. In this case
21 samples were collected at your water system and the 90th percentile value was 0.031 mg/L for copper and 0.43 ug/L for lead. The action levels
for copper and lead were not exceeded at any of the sites tested.
2 – The level presented represents the range of results.
3 – Water containing more than 20 mg/l of sodium should not be used for drinking by people on severely restricted sodium diets. Water containing
more than 270 mg/l of sodium should not be used for drinking by people on moderately restricted sodium diets.
DEFINITIONS:
Action Level (AL): The concentration of a contaminant, which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements, which a water system must follow.
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as
feasible.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health.
MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that
addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to
health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contamination.
Treatment Technique (TT): A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU): A measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the average person.
Non-Detects (ND): Laboratory analysis indicates that the constituent is not present.
Table of Detected Contaminants – Geyser Crest Subdivision (Continued)
Contaminant
Violation
Yes/No
Date of
Sample
Level Detected
(Average)
(Range)
Unit of
Measure
MCLG
Regulatory
Limit (MCL,
TT or AL)
Likely Source of Contamination
Stage-1 Disinfection Byproducts
Total Trihalomethanes
(TTHMs – chloroform,
bromodichloromethane,
dibromochloromethane,
and bromoform)
No 07/16/24 5.9 µg/L N/A MCL = 80
By-product of drinking water
chlorination needed to kill harmful
organisms. TTHMs are formed when
source water contains large amounts of
organic matter.
Radiological Contaminants
Gross alpha particle
activity (including
radium – 226 but
excluding radon and
uranium)
No 12/6/22 0+/-1.06
pCi/L 0 MCL = 15
Erosion of natural deposits.
No 8/25/22 0.49+/-1.21
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Combined radium –
226 and 228 No 8/25/22 0.838 pCi/L 0 MCL = 5
Erosion of natural deposits.
Uranium No 8/25/22 1.01+/-0.02 µg/L 0 MCL = 30
Erosion of natural deposits.
Units: Milligrams per liter (mg/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one million parts of liquid (parts per million - ppm).
Micrograms per liter (µg/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one billion parts of liquid (parts per billion - ppb).
Nanograms per liter (ng/L): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one trillion parts of liquid (parts per trillion - ppt).
Picocuries per liter (pCi/L): A measure of the radioactivity in water.
Millirems per year (mrem/yr): A measure of radiation absorbed by the body.
DEFINITIONS:
Action Level (AL): The concentration of a contaminant, which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements, which a water system must follow.
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as
feasible.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health.
MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that
addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to
health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contamination.
Treatment Technique (TT): A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU): A measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the average person.
Non-Detects (ND): Laboratory analysis indicates that the constituent is not present.
UNREGULATED CONTAMINATES
In 2023 and 2024, we were required to collect and analyze drinking water samples for the following unregulated contaminants:
Perfluorobutanesulfonic acid (PFBS), Perfluoroheptanoic acid (PFHPA), Perfluorohexane sulfonic acid (PFHXS), Perfluorononanoic
acid (PFNA), Perfluorodecanoic acid (PFDA), Perfluorododecanoic acid (PFDOA), Perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHXA),
Perfluoroundecanoic acid (PFUNA), 11CL-PF3OUDS, 9CL-PF3ONS, ADONA, HFPO-DA, Perfluorobutanoic acid (PFBA),
Perfluorohexane sulfonic acid (4:2 FTS), Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (6:2 FTS), Perfluorodecane sulfonic acid (8:2 FTS), Perfluoro
PFMPA, Perfluoropentanoic acid (PFPEA), Perfluoro PFMBA, Perfluoro PFEESA, Nonafluoro NFDHA, Perfluoropentane sulfonic
acid (PFPES), and Perfluoroheptane sulfonic acid (PFHPS) You may obtain the monitoring results by calling Mr. Brett Johnson Chief
Water Treatment Plant Operator at (518) 587-3550, extension 2472.
UNREGULATED PERFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES – LOUGHBERRY LAKE WATERSHED
CONTAMINANT VIOLATION
(YES/NO)
DATE OF
SAMPLE
LEVEL
DETECTED
UNIT
MEASUREMENT
MCLG OR HEALTH
ADVISORY LEVEL1, 2
Perfluorobutanesulfonic Acid
(PFBS) [LLTP]
No 3/14/24 1.8 ng/L 2000
Perfluorobutanesulfonic Acid
(PFBS) [LLTP]
No 3/14/23 1.9
Perfluoroheptanoic Acid (PFHPA)
[LLTP]
No 3/14/23 0.81 ng/L NA
Perfluorohexane Sulfonic Acid
(PFHXS) [LLTP]
No 3/14/23 0.6 ng/L NA
Perfluorohexanoic Acid (PFHXA)
[LLTP]
No 3/14/24 1.8 ng/L NA
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Perfluorohexanoic Acid (PFHXA)
[LLTP]
No 3/14/23 2.4
Perfluorobutanoic Acid (PFBA)
[LLTP]
No 3/14/24 3.3 ng/L NA
Perfluorobutanoic Acid (PFBA)
[BMPS]
No 3/14/24 2.1
Perfluorobutanoic Acid (PFBA)
[LLTP]
No 3/14/23 3.2
Perfluoropentanoic Acid (PFPEA)
[LLTP]
No 3/14/24 2.0 ng/L NA
Perfluoropentanoic Acid (PFPEA)
[BMPS]
No 3/14/24 1.8
Perfluoropentanoic Acid (PFPEA)
[LLTP]
No 3/14/23 2.3
1 USEPA Health Advisory Levels identify the concentration of a contaminant in drinking water at which adverse health effects and/or
aesthetic effects are not anticipated to occur over specific exposure durations. Health Advisory Levels are not to be construed as legally
enforceable federal standards and are subject to change as new information becomes available.
2 All perfluoroalkyl substances, besides PFOA and PFOS, are considered Unspecified Organic Contaminants (UOC) which have an MCL =
0.05 mg/L = 50,000 ng/L.
[LLTP] – Sample was collected from the Loughberry Lake Treatment Plant.
[BMPS] – Sample was collected from the Bog Meadow Pump Station.
WHAT DOES THIS INFORMATION MEAN?
As you can see by the table, our system had no MCL violations in 2024. We have learned through our testing that some contaminants have been
detected; however, these contaminants were detected below the level allowed by the State.
IS OUR WATER SYSTEM MEETING OTHER RULES THAT GOVERN OPERATIONS?
During 2024, our system was in compliance with applicable State drinking water operating, monitoring and reporting requirements.
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INFORMATION ABOUT LEAD IN DRINKING WATER AND ITS EFFECT ON CHILDREN:
Lead can cause serious health effects in people of all ages, especially pregnant people, infants (both formula-fed and breastfed), and young children.
Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Saratoga Springs City is
responsible for providing high quality drinking water and removing lead pipes, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing
components in your home. Because lead levels may vary over time, lead exposure is possible even when your tap sampling results do not detect lead
at one point in time. You can help protect yourself and your family by identifying and removing lead materials within your home plumbing and
taking steps to reduce your family's risk. Using a filter, certified by an American National Standards Institute accredited certifier to reduce lead, is
effective in reducing lead exposures. Follow the instructions provided with the filter to ensure the filter is used properly. Use only cold water for
drinking, cooking, and making baby formula. Boiling water does not remove lead from water. Before using tap water for drinking, cooking, or
making baby formula, flush your pipes for several minutes. You can do this by running your tap, taking a shower, doing laundry or a load of dishes.
If you have a lead service line or galvanized requiring replacement service line, you may need to flush your pipes for a longer period. If you are
concerned about lead in your water and wish to have your water tested, contact Brett Johnson. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods,
and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.
INFORMATION ON LEAD SERVICE LINE INVENTORY:
A Lead Service Line (LSL) is defined as any portion of pipe that is made of lead which connects the water main to the building inlet. An LSL may be
owned by the water system, owned by the property owner, or both. The inventory includes both potable and non-potable SLs within a system. In
accordance with the federal Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) our system has prepared a lead service line inventory and have made it publicly
accessible by: Physical copy available at the DPW offices in City Hall, 474 Broadway Suite 12. New York State Department of Health’s summary of lead
service line inventories webpage, (https://health.ny.gov/environmental/water/drinking/service_line/).
INFORMATION ON FLUORIDE ADDITION:
Our system is one of many drinking water systems in New York State that provides drinking water with a controlled, low level of fluoride for consumer
dental health protection. According to the United States Center for Disease Control, fluoride is very effective in preventing cavities when present in
drinking water at a properly controlled level. To ensure that the fluoride supplement in your water provides optimal dental protection, we monitor
fluoride levels daily to make sure fluoride is maintained at a target level of 0.7 mg/l. During 2024 our monitoring showed daily fluoride levels for our
two plants were within 0.3 mg/L of the target level as recommended by the Department of Health. None of the monitoring results showed fluoride at
levels that approached the 2.2 mg/L MCL for fluoride.
INFORMATION ON PERFLUORINATED COMPOUNDS & 1,4-DIOXANE:
New York State has adopted the first in the nation drinking water standard for 1,4-Dioxane along with one of the lowest maximum contaminant levels
for PFOA and PFOS. Public Water Supplies in NYS are required to test for PFOA, PFOS and 1,4-Dioxane. PFOA and PFOS have Maximum
Contaminant Levels (MCL) of 10 parts per trillion (ng/l) each while 1,4-Dioxane has an MCL of 1.0 parts per billion (µg/l). The City has completed
four quarters of sampling for Loughberry and Geyser Crest. The data shows compliance with the new MCLs for PFOA and PFOS & no detects for
1,4-Dioxane. The data presented in the table shows all contaminants detected from the most recent round of sampling at each collection site.
Composite Filter Monitoring Information:
Our highest single composite turbidity measurement for the year was 0.244 NTU on July 24th, 2024. The regulations require that 95% of the turbidity
samples collected have measurement below 0.3 NTU. In 2024, 100% of our measurements met that requirement.
DO I NEED TO TAKE SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS?
Although our drinking water met or exceeded state and federal regulations, some people may be more vulnerable to disease causing microorganisms or
pathogens in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy,
persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly
at risk from infections. These people should seek advice from their health care provider about their drinking water. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate
means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium, Giardia and other microbial pathogens are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline
(800-426-4791).
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WHY SAVE WATER AND HOW TO AVOID WASTING IT?
There are a number of reasons why it is important to conserve water:
Saving water saves energy and some of the costs associated with both of these necessities of life;
Saving water reduces the cost of energy required to pump water and the need to construct costly new wells, pumping systems and water towers;
and
Saving water lessens the strain on the water system during a dry spell or drought, helping to avoid severe water use restrictions so that essential
firefighting needs are met.
You can play a role in conserving water by becoming conscious of the amount of water your household is using, and by looking for ways to use
less whenever you can. It is not hard to conserve water. Conservation tips include:
Automatic dishwashers use 15 gallons for every cycle, regardless of how many dishes are loaded. So get a run for your money and load it to
capacity.
Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth.
Check every faucet in your home for leaks. Just a slow drip can waste 15 to 20 gallons a day. Fix it and you can save almost 6,000 gallons per
year.
Check your toilets for leaks by putting a few drops of food coloring in the tank, watch for a few minutes to see if the color shows up in the bowl.
It is not uncommon to lose up to 100 gallons a day from one of these otherwise invisible toilet leaks. Fix it and you save more than 30,000 gallons
a year.
Water your lawn only when it needs it and avoid running the sprinkler all night long. You can save 750-1,500 gallons per month.
Install water-saving showerheads or flow restrictors. This can save 700 gallons per month.
Shorten your showers. Even a one or two minute reduction can save up to 700 gallons per household per month.
Capture tap water, while waiting for hot water to come down the pipes, in a watering can to use later on house plants or your garden. Saves 200
to 300 gallons per month.
CLOSING:
Thank you for allowing us to continue to provide your family with quality drinking water this year. In order to maintain a safe and dependable water
supply we sometimes need to make improvements that will benefit all of our customers. The costs of these improvements may be reflected in the rate
structure. Rate adjustments may be necessary in order to address these improvements. We ask that all our customers help us protect our water sources,
which are the heart of our community. Please call our office if you have questions.
This report was prepared for the City of Saratoga Springs by:
Brett Johnson
Chief Water Treatment Plant Operator
City of Saratoga Springs, N.Y
APPENDIX C
CITY OF SARATOGA WASTEWATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM MAP
WASTEWATER
FLOW PATH
PROPOSED PROJECT
LOCATION
CONNECTION TO SEWER
BETWEEN SA-438 AND SA-347