Blue Ridge Summit, PA: 1 Health Violation — 58/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-04
Safe water is the norm across most of Blue Ridge Summit, PA — but documented violations push the city to the middle safety tier.
How Blue Ridge Summit Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Key Facts for Blue Ridge Summit Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 87% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,700 per household.
Blue Ridge Summit's Water Providers
Throughout Blue Ridge Summit, PA, water comes from one of 3 primary utilities out of 4 total systems — independent providers with different rate structures, infrastructure, and compliance records that vary across the service territory.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania (population ~1,162), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 20,472 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Blue Ridge Summit: C (58/100)
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
Blue Ridge Summit water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Blue Ridge Summit
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 0700 | Other | 6 | 1 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17214 | C | 4 | 1 | BORO OF WAYNESBORO |
All ZIP Codes in Blue Ridge Summit
- 17214 [C] — 4 violations ⚠
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.
What's in Blue Ridge Summit's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Blue Ridge Summit Infrastructure Age
With 87% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
The character of Blue Ridge Summit's housing stock is one of deep historical layering — a median build year of 1950 signals a city built largely before the plumbing era changes of 1986 and 1970. Lead-soldered copper joints and, in the oldest properties, lead service lines are commonly present in this inventory. That context shapes what individual water testing may reveal, particularly in neighborhoods where the oldest housing is concentrated.
Over half of homes in Blue Ridge Summit were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Blue Ridge Summit
At current valuations, Blue Ridge Summit sits in the low remediation-share tier — the equity impact of fixing documented issues is proportionally minor.
Remediation costs in Blue Ridge Summit are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,750–$3,900 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 37% above the Pennsylvania average.
Blue Ridge Summit: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
In recent monitoring under the Lead and Copper Rule, citywide samples for Blue Ridge Summit have approached or crossed the regulatory action level on multiple occasions. Combined with 87% of stock dating from the pre-rule era, the picture supports baseline single-tap reads as a standard household-level step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Blue Ridge Summit: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
The NFIP's multi-decade dataset for Blue Ridge Summit shows limited claims and limited zone coverage — a pattern that holds consistent implications for water quality. Flooding disrupts treatment systems and distribution infrastructure in proportion to event frequency, and environments with infrequent flood activity keep those disruption pathways largely dormant.
Blue Ridge Summit has a relatively low flood history with 2 FEMA claims on record. While risk is limited, severe weather events can still impact water infrastructure.
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>$2,700</strong> remediation cost per household.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Blue Ridge Summit
- 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 Contaminant 0700 can reduce the most common contaminant found in Blue Ridge Summit's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 87% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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