Health Violations Found

Lakeville, PA (18438): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 3 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Wallenpaupack Lake Estates)

Health Violations Found

Health-based violation records by water system:

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 18438 in Lakeville, PA contain 48 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 0.009 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 1996-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 3 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 47 non-health-based (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.009 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 3 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
48 violations 1 health-based 2 risks identified
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
3
Water Systems
2,200
People Served
1
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Groundwater
Water Source
0.009 mg/L
Reported Lead Result3.9× the national median for this measure
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$353K
Median Home Value88% above state median ($187K)

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Score Breakdown

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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
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
50/100
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 18438 in Lakeville, Pennsylvania is mapped to the water system Wallenpaupack Lake Estates (EPA ID: PA2640036). This system provides water to approximately 2,200 people from groundwater sources.

There are 3 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Wallenpaupack Lake Estates PA2640036 2,200 Groundwater
Aqua Pa Paupackan Lake Estates PA2640048 800 Groundwater
Woodland Hills PA2640051 320 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 Wallenpaupack Lake Estates (PA2640036) 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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Health Risks from Detected Contaminants

Radium-226

High Risk

EPA reference value: 5 pCi/L (MCL for combined Radium-226 & 228)

Increased cancer risk, including bone cancer (known carcinogen)

At-risk groups: people who drink water with radium above the MCL over many years

Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): ion exchange (water softener), reverse osmosis, lime softening · Find a filter →

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Radium-228

High Risk

EPA reference value: 5 pCi/L (MCL for combined Radium-226 & 228)

Increased cancer risk, including bone cancer (known carcinogen)

At-risk groups: people who drink water with radium above the MCL over many years

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Cost & Community (8) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Lakeville

Based on local data for ZIP 18438, these services may benefit homeowners in your area.

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Lakeville has 3 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 18438 was built around 1972. 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 Lakeville is 1972; 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 1972 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 18438 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 48 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 18438 (primary system: Wallenpaupack Lake Estates), 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 18438's water come from?

The recorded water source for Wallenpaupack Lake Estates, a system mapped to ZIP code 18438, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 2,200 people.

How can I get my water tested in Lakeville?

If Wallenpaupack Lake Estates 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 18438 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 18438 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.009 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 18438?

18438 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Wayne 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 18438?

FEMA records contain 3 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 18438; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, 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). Lakeville, PA (18438): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/18438/
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Page version: October 2026.

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