South Mountain, PA: 67 Violations — 37/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
State safety rankings put South Mountain, PA near the lower tier — below-average compliance on record.
How South Mountain Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for South Mountain Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 67 violations in the past 5 years.
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
South Mountain's Water Providers
With 2 utilities splitting service in South Mountain, PA, water accountability is distributed across 2 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in South Mountain, Pennsylvania (population ~26), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 29,085 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 South Mountain: F (37/100)
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
South Mountain water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for South Mountain
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 112 | 1 |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 1 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 1 |
| Contaminant 1085 | Other | 2 | 1 |
| Contaminant 2063 | Other | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17261 | F | 67 | 0 | Guilford Water Authority |
All ZIP Codes in South Mountain
- 17261 [F] — 67 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 South Mountain's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
What You Can Do in South Mountain
- 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 Fecal Coliform can reduce the most common contaminant found in South Mountain's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- 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 South Mountain, PA