Water Quality Report

Rockton, PA (15856): Lead Above EPA Action Level

EPA data combined for 4 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Brady Twp Water Association)

High County Radon Potential

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 15856 in Rockton, PA contain 168 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 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 Concerns 168 non-health-based violation records in EPA data
Lead Risk Moderate 0.0061 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 1996-12-31
NFIP Claim History N/A
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 168 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0061 mg/L is below the EPA action level, but EPA's health goal for lead is zero; filtration is advisable.
  • Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
168 violations
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
4
Water Systems
1,570
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0061 mg/L
Reported Lead Result2.7× the national median for this measure
Zone 1
County Radon Potential · High
$163K
Median Home Value13% 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
0/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
0/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (5) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 15856 in Rockton, Pennsylvania is mapped to the water system Brady Twp Water Association (EPA ID: PA6170036). This system provides water to approximately 1,570 people from groundwater sources.

There are 4 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Brady Twp Water Association PA6170036 1,570 Groundwater
Pike Twp Municipal Authority PA6170013 4,500 Surface water
Union Twp Municipal Authority PA6170034 450 Surface water
Huston Twp Muni Authority PA6170024 960 Surface water

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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 Brady Twp Water Association (PA6170036) 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 (10) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (8) OK
Cost & Community (6) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Rockton

Based on local data for ZIP 15856, these services may benefit homeowners in your area.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 15856 was built around 1976. 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 Rockton is 1976; 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 1976 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 15856 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 168 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 15856 (primary system: Brady Twp Water Association), including 0 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 15856's water come from?

The recorded water source for Brady Twp Water Association, a system mapped to ZIP code 15856, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 1,570 people.

How can I get my water tested in Rockton?

If Brady Twp Water Association 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 15856 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 15856 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0061 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 15856?

15856 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Clearfield County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Rockton, PA (15856): Lead Above EPA Action Level. https://zipcheckup.com/report/15856/
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Page version: October 2026.

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