Canadensis, PA: PFAS Found in Water - Home Safety 58/100
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Canadensis: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Canadensis water quality is uneven - some service areas show clean compliance; others carry documented violations in PA EPA records.
How Canadensis Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Canadensis Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 28 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0255 mg/L - exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 43% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,400 per household.
Water Systems Serving Canadensis
Water supply in Canadensis, PA follows a divided structure: 3 utilities account for the largest share of residential service out of 3 total systems, each managing its own distribution network and EPA reporting. Because these systems operate independently, rate decisions and compliance outcomes are determined separately.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Canadensis, Pennsylvania, covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 2,688 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.
1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Canadensis: C (58/100)
Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| PFAS MCL Screen | UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
| Annual AQI | EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days |
Water Sources
Canadensis water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0255 mg/L (exceeds EPA action level) (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 1 of 1 ZIP code with known status 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 |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | 1 |
| Lead | Inorganic | 2 | 1 |
| Copper | Inorganic | 2 | 1 |
| PFOA | PFAS | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18325 | C | 28 | 0 | Aqua Pa Mountainhome System |
All ZIP Codes in Canadensis
- 18325 [C] - 28 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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Key Contaminants Detected in Canadensis
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Canadensis's Housing Stock?
With 43% 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
Development in Canadensis unfolded across multiple decades, and the median build year of 1999 reflects a housing inventory where eras of construction are genuinely mixed - including portions that predate the federal prohibition on lead solder in plumbing.
Most homes in Canadensis were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Canadensis: Remediation Cost in Perspective
When estimated remediation is placed alongside median property values in Canadensis, the resulting ratio is low - a finding consistent with a household financial perspective where documented issues can be addressed without a meaningful impact on overall equity position, making this market one of the more favorable contexts for remediation planning.
Remediation costs in Canadensis are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,600–$3,300 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 13% above the Pennsylvania average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Canadensis
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.
Children and pregnant residents are the populations for whom CDC guidance places particular weight on minimizing exposure. With 43% of Canadensis stock from the pre-rule era and citywide samples past the action mark, household kits and certified filter hardware are available through verified retailer networks.
<strong>1 ZIP code</strong> (100% of the city) exceeds the EPA lead action level of 0.015 mg/L.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Canadensis
Historical NFIP data for Canadensis contains 18 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $11,568. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.
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. The <strong>$2,400</strong> remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.
Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.
Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.
What You Can Do in Canadensis
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Lead testing is especially recommended given the area's lead levels.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Contaminant 0700 can reduce the most common contaminant found in Canadensis's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 43% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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