Levels Of Chemical 1,4-Dioxide Above State Levels On Nassau: Report

MERRICK, NY — Drinking water exceeds state-mandated levels of the chemical 1,4-Dioxane across Nassau County, Newsday reported.

One of the water suppliers, Liberty Water, based in Merrick, recently sent notices to customers.

"Liberty continues to prioritize supplying safe, reliable water to our customers every day," John Kilpatrick, Director of Engineering, Liberty, New York Water, said in a statement to Patch.

Kilpatrick said Liberty is committed to completing the Seamans Neck 1,4 Dioxane treatment facility, but "supply chain disruptions slowed our progress," from the December target date.

"Due to these circumstances, Liberty was granted a 12-month deferral extension in 2022, and another exemption until August 25, 2024," Kilpatrick said.

Despite the delays, he said design documents and pilot tests were submitted and approved by the Nassau County Department of Health and the New York Department of Health.

"We look forward to bringing this new facility online for our customers and will keep the community informed of our progress, Kilpatrick said.

The Jericho Water District, the village of Hempstead and the Town of Hempstead are other water suppliers with higher than normal 1,4-Dioxane levels, Newsday said.