Pulaski, PA: 5 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Pulaski Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 5 violations since 2021.
- Homes built before 1986: 69% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
Water Systems Serving Pulaski
Listed supplier for Pulaski, PA: one system, of 1 on federal record.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Pulaski, Pennsylvania (population ~1,995), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 48,000 people region-wide. 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.
Water Sources
Pulaski water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: reported as 0 mg/L (a reported 0 is not proof of no lead; check the source record for its reporting limit) (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total organic carbon | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | 1 |
| Chlorine dioxide | Disinfectant | 2 | 1 |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16143 | — | 5 | 0 | Aqua Pa Shenango Valley Wtp |
All ZIP Codes in Pulaski
- 16143 - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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 Pulaski
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Pulaski's Housing Stock?
With 69% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Pulaski's housing; median build year 1976.
Over half of homes in Pulaski were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Pulaski: Remediation Cost in Perspective
The remediation-to-value ratio for Pulaski sits at the bottom of the scale.
Estimated remediation costs in Pulaski can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 8% below the Pennsylvania average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Pulaski
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
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