Sabinsville, PA Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-04
Water compliance in Sabinsville, PA ranks below average — documented gaps in multiple service areas.
How Sabinsville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Key Facts for Sabinsville Residents
- Homes built before 1986: 72% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
Sabinsville's Water Providers
Federal drinking water records identify 1 system operating in Sabinsville, PA. One of those systems serves the overwhelming majority of residential addresses, concentrating infrastructure management, rate authority, and EPA compliance reporting within a single organization.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Sabinsville, Pennsylvania (population ~363), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 640 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Sabinsville — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Sabinsville: D (53/100)
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
Sabinsville water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Sabinsville
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16943 | D | ULYSSES MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY | 640 |
All ZIP Codes in Sabinsville
- 16943 [D]
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.
Sabinsville Infrastructure Age
With 72% 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
Heavily weighted toward older construction, Sabinsville's housing stock carries a median build year of 1977. That profile puts a majority of homes in the era when lead-soldered copper plumbing was standard practice.
Over half of homes in Sabinsville 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 Sabinsville
Because property values in Sabinsville comfortably exceed estimated remediation costs, the equity impact here is proportionally small.
Remediation costs in Sabinsville are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 24% below the Pennsylvania average.
Sabinsville: 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.
Even where utility-side monitoring meets Lead and Copper Rule requirements, the 72% pre-rule share in Sabinsville keeps interior-plumbing variation as a household-level question that aggregate data cannot resolve.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Sabinsville
- 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. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 72% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Sabinsville, PA