South Mountain, PA (17261): 44 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems
EPA data for Guilford Water Authority
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 17261 in South Mountain, PA contain 44 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
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 44 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
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Safety & Health (7) HIGH
Your Water System
ZIP code 17261 in South Mountain, Pennsylvania is mapped to the water system Guilford Water Authority (EPA ID: PA7280038). This system provides water to approximately 28,135 people from groundwater sources.
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- 15007 (Bakerstown) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15009 (Beaver) - 62 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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- 15012 (Belle Vernon) - 75 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15014 (Brackenridge) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 15015 (Bradfordwoods) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15017 (Bridgeville)
- 15018 (Buena Vista)
- 15019 (Bulger)
- 15020 (Bunola) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15021 (Burgettstown)
- 15022 (Charleroi) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15024 (Cheswick) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15025 (Clairton)
- 15026 (Clinton) - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 17237 (Mont Alto) - 4 mi - 32 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 17222 (Fayetteville) - 5 mi - 97 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 17247 (Quincy) - 6 mi
- 17353 (Orrtanna) - 6 mi - 14 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 17268 (Waynesboro) - 7 mi - 165 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 17214 (Blue Ridge Summit) - 7 mi - 48 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 17310 (Cashtown) - 8 mi
- 17250 (Rouzerville) - 8 mi
- 17320 (Fairfield) - 8 mi - 16 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 17343 (Mc Knightstown) - 9 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Guilford Water Authority (PA7280038) 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.
Environmental Hazards (9) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (4) OK
Cost & Community (5) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 17261 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 44 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 17261 (primary system: Guilford 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 17261's water come from?
The recorded water source for Guilford Water Authority, a system mapped to ZIP code 17261, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 28,135 people.
How can I get my water tested in South Mountain?
If Guilford 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.
What is the radon risk for 17261?
17261 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Franklin 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
ZipCheckup. (2026). South Mountain, PA (17261): 44 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/17261/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 17261
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17237 | Mont Alto, PA | 3.5 mi | N/A | 32 |
| 17222 | Fayetteville, PA | 4.7 mi | D | 97 |
| 17247 | Quincy, PA | 5.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 17353 | Orrtanna, PA | 6.2 mi | N/A | 14 |
| 17268 | Waynesboro, PA | 7.1 mi | D | 165 |
| 17214 | Blue Ridge Summit, PA | 7.4 mi | D | 48 |
| 17310 | Cashtown, PA | 7.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 17250 | Rouzerville, PA | 7.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 17320 | Fairfield, PA | 8.1 mi | N/A | 16 |
| 17343 | Mc Knightstown, PA | 8.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
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