Health Violations Found

Stoystown, PA (15563): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 9 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Jenner Twp Muni Authority)

Health Violations Found

Health-based violation records by water system:

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 15563 in Stoystown, PA contain 70 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 1 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality Issues 1 health-based violation
Lead Risk Moderate 0.005 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 1996-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 6 claims
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 health-based violation and 69 non-health-based (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.005 mg/L is below the EPA action level, but EPA's health goal for lead is zero; filtration is advisable.
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
  • Flood 6 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
70 violations 1 health-based
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
9
Water Systems
576
People Served
1
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Surface water
Water Source
0.005 mg/L
Reported Lead Result2.2× the national median for this measure
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$119K
Median Home Value36% below state median ($187K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable

Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
0/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
50/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
100/100
Observed

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
50/100
Outdoor environment
100/100

Coverage: 3 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (6) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 15563 in Stoystown, Pennsylvania is mapped to the water system Jenner Twp Muni Authority (EPA ID: PA4560017). This system provides water to approximately 576 people from surface water sources.

There are 9 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Jenner Twp Muni Authority PA4560017 576 Surface water
Hooversville Boro PA4560037 645 Surface water
Lincoln Twp Muni Authority PA4560031 1,400 Surface water
Gray Area Watr Authority of Jen Twp PA4560036 700 Groundwater
Indian Lake Boro Waterworks PA4560025 1,246 Groundwater

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Jenner Twp Muni Authority (PA4560017) on EPA.gov.

4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

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Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (8) HIGH

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Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Stoystown has 6 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 15563 was built around 1953. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Stoystown is 1953; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1953 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 15563 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 70 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 15563 (primary system: Jenner Twp Muni Authority), including 1 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 15563's water come from?

The recorded water source for Jenner Twp Muni Authority, a system mapped to ZIP code 15563, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 576 people.

How can I get my water tested in Stoystown?

If Jenner Twp Muni Authority supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

Is lead a concern in 15563 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 15563 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.005 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 1996-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.

What is the radon risk for 15563?

15563 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Somerset County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 15563?

FEMA records contain 6 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 15563; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is AE, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Stoystown, PA (15563): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/15563/
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Page version: October 2026.

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