ZipCheckup grade for 16646: C.

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Water Quality Report
C 67

Hastings, PA (16646): 116 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 67/100

EPA data combined for 3 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Patton Boro Water Department)

System 90th-Percentile Lead Result Exceeds EPA Action Level

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 16646 in Hastings, PA contain 116 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
C 67/100
Water Quality Concerns 116 non-health-based violation records in EPA data
Lead Risk High 0.019 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2004-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 2 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 116 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead 90th-percentile lead reading of 0.019 mg/L; the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to a water system's 90th-percentile result.
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
  • Flood 2 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
116 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
C
ZIP-level Home Safety model score: 67 / 100
Bottom 35% of U.S. ZIP codes
3
Water Systems
1,805
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.019 mg/L
Reported Lead Result ⚠ Above EPA Action Level8.3× the national median for this measure
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$116K
Median Home Value38% below state median ($187K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: 67/100

This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.

Canonical components

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

Required domains

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

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

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Safety & Health (6) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 16646 in Hastings, Pennsylvania is mapped to the water system Patton Boro Water Department (EPA ID: PA4110024). This system provides water to approximately 1,805 people from groundwater sources.

There are 3 community water systems serving this area.

Lead & Copper in Your Water

The EPA requires water systems to monitor lead and copper levels under the Lead and Copper Rule.

Metal Measured Level EPA Action Level Status Sample Date or Period
Copper Action-level exceedance on record 1.3 mg/L Exceeds action level Not present in ZipCheckup accepted source data
How to read the copper row. EPA's reporting schema defines the copper CU90 code as an action-level exceedance (a system's 90th-percentile copper above the 1.3 mg/L action level), so this row reflects an exceedance on record, not a routine measurement. No copper concentration is shown because no verified unit is available for this value. A system with no copper record has not been shown to be clean: the absence of a recorded exceedance is not a measurement.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Patton Boro Water Department PA4110024 1,805 Groundwater
Hastings Muni Authority PA4110013 2,100 Surface water
Northern Cambria Muni Water PA4110003 4,500 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 Patton Boro Water Department (PA4110024) 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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UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records

Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 16646 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.

The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.

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

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Hastings has 2 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 16646 was built around 1941. 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 Hastings is 1941; 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 1941 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 16646 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 116 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 16646 (primary system: Patton Boro Water Department), 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 16646's water come from?

The recorded water source for Patton Boro Water Department, a system mapped to ZIP code 16646, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 1,805 people.

How does Hastings water compare to the national average?

Hastings's Home Safety Score ranks lower than 65% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 70% within Pennsylvania.

How can I get my water tested in Hastings?

If Patton Boro Water Department 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 16646 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 16646 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.019 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2004-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This system 90th-percentile result is above the EPA lead action level of 0.015 mg/L, which requires corrective action by the system; consider a filter certified for lead reduction.

What is the radon risk for 16646?

16646 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Cambria 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 16646?

FEMA records contain 2 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 16646. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Hastings, PA (16646): 116 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 67/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/16646/
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Page version: October 2026.

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