Beaver Springs, PA: 12 Violations — 56/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-04
While Beaver Springs avoids PA's lowest safety tiers, a portion of its water systems have logged documented violations.
How Beaver Springs Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Beaver Springs Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 12 violations in the past 5 years.
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
Water Systems Serving Beaver Springs
Across most of Beaver Springs, PA, residential water comes from a single utility. That provider sets rates, manages infrastructure maintenance, and files compliance reports with the EPA on behalf of the households it serves. Federal tracking data shows 1 system on record, but one carries the bulk of the service load.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Beaver Springs, Pennsylvania, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,497 people.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Beaver Springs: C (56/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Beaver Springs water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Beaver Springs
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 9 | 2 |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other | 6 | 2 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17812 | C | 6 | 0 | Spring Twp Municipal Authority |
| 17843 | D | 6 | 0 | Spring Twp Municipal Authority |
All ZIP Codes in Beaver Springs
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Key Contaminants Detected in Beaver Springs
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Beaver Springs: Remediation Cost in Perspective
The Beaver Springs equity share sits above the low tier but short of the range where remediation becomes a heavy financial burden — the cost-to-value ratio is moderate, and deliberate planning is the key practical lever for most homeowners.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Beaver Springs. The estimated $1,200–$2,400 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 23% below the Pennsylvania average.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Beaver Springs
Multiple flood events have been recorded for Beaver Springs through the NFIP — 4 claims in total, with 50% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated zones — pointing to a flood exposure profile that merits inclusion in a water quality assessment without reaching high-severity planning territory.
Beaver Springs has a moderate flood history with 4 FEMA claims averaging $419 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,800</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Beaver Springs
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Chlorite can reduce the most common contaminant found in Beaver Springs's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
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