Water Quality Report

Petersburg, PA (16669): 2 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data for Alexandria Boro Water Authority

System 90th-Percentile Lead Result Exceeds EPA Action Level High County Radon Potential

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 16669 in Petersburg, PA contain 2 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 2 non-health-based violation records in EPA data
Lead Risk High 0.03 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 1994-06-30
NFIP Claim History Claim records 29 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 2 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead 90th-percentile lead reading of 0.03 mg/L; the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to a water system's 90th-percentile result.
  • Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
  • Flood 29 cumulative NFIP claim records. Check the current FEMA map for a specific address.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
2 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 Consumer Confidence Report: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
1
Water System
815
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Surface water
Water Source
0.03 mg/L
Reported Lead Result ⚠ Above EPA Action Level13.0× the national median for this measure
Zone 1
County Radon Potential · High
$207K
Median Home Value10% above 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
96/100
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 (7) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 16669 in Petersburg, Pennsylvania is mapped to the water system Alexandria Boro Water Authority (EPA ID: PA4310021). This system provides water to approximately 815 people from surface water sources.

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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 Alexandria Boro Water Authority (PA4310021) 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) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (8) OK
Cost & Community (8) HIGH

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Petersburg has 29 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 16669 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 Petersburg 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 16669 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 2 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 16669 (primary system: Alexandria Boro Water Authority), 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 16669's water come from?

The recorded water source for Alexandria Boro Water Authority, a system mapped to ZIP code 16669, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 815 people.

How can I get my water tested in Petersburg?

If Alexandria Boro Water 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 16669 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 16669 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.03 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 1994-06-30). 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 16669?

16669 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Huntingdon 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 16669?

FEMA records contain 29 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 16669; 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). Petersburg, PA (16669): 2 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/16669/
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Page version: October 2026.

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