Reinholds, PA: 2 Violations — 61/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-04
Reinholds shows moderate tap water quality for PA — some areas carry documented EPA violations while others meet standards without issues.
How Reinholds Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Reinholds Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 61% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $3,000 per household.
Water Systems Serving Reinholds
3 independent water providers serve Reinholds, PA — 3 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Reinholds, Pennsylvania (population ~7,136), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 10,965 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Reinholds: C (61/100)
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
Reinholds water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Reinholds
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17569 | C | 2 | 0 | West Cocalico Twp Water Authority |
All ZIP Codes in Reinholds
- 17569 [C] — 2 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.
Key Contaminants Detected in Reinholds
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Reinholds's Housing Stock?
With 61% 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
When more than half a city's housing predates the 1986 federal ban on lead solder, plumbing-era lead risk becomes a citywide concern rather than an exception. Reinholds's median build year of 1974 places it squarely in that category.
Over half of homes in Reinholds 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.
Reinholds: Remediation Cost in Perspective
The equity impact of remediation in Reinholds sits at a moderate level — real enough to plan for, within reach for most.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Reinholds. The estimated $2,000–$4,100 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 25% above the Pennsylvania average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Reinholds
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.
Routinely in Reinholds, where 61% of housing predates the solder ban and aggregate utility readings hover near the federal threshold, a faucet-level draw functions as a standard household step for families with small kids.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Reinholds
Measured across the NFIP's multi-decade tracking period, Reinholds shows a moderate flood record — 9 claims and 100% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone status. For water quality, that combination matters because flood events at this frequency can periodically stress infrastructure: treatment plants, private wells, and distribution systems all face elevated risk during significant flooding.
Reinholds has a moderate flood history with 9 FEMA claims averaging $8,589 per payout. 100% 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>$3,000</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 Reinholds
- 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 Surface Water Treatment Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in Reinholds's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 61% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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