Health Violations Found

Harveys Lake, PA: 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 4 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Aqua Pa Warden Place)

Health Violations Found PFAS Detected High County Radon Potential

Health-based violation records by water system:

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 18618 in Harveys Lake, PA contain 5 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 PFAS above MCL 1 health-based violation
Lead Risk Below action level 0.003 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 1996-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 23 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 4 non-health-based (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.003 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • PFAS At least one PFAS result is above an EPA MCL value (UCMR5 sampling; MCL compliance required from 2029).
  • Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
  • Flood 23 cumulative NFIP claim records. Check the current FEMA map for a specific address.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
5 violations 1 health-based PFAS detected
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
175
People Served
1
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Reported Lead Result1.3× the national median for this measure
Zone 1
County Radon Potential · High
$236K
Median Home Value26% 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
88/100
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 18618 in Harveys Lake, Pennsylvania is mapped to the water system Aqua Pa Warden Place (EPA ID: PA2400102). This system provides water to approximately 175 people from groundwater sources.

There are 4 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Aqua Pa Warden Place PA2400102 175 Groundwater
Aqua Pa Rhodes Terrace PA2400101 82 Groundwater
Veolia Water Pa Harveys Lake PA2400103 200 Groundwater
Veolia Water Pa Dallas PA2400076 7,563 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 Aqua Pa Warden Place (PA2400102) 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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PFAS Contamination Detected

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 18618. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.

Detected compounds: PFOS, PFPeA, PFOA, PFHxA, PFHxS.

Highest measured level: 0.0079 µg/L

Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.

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

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Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Harveys Lake

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Harveys Lake has 23 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 18618 was built around 1963. 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 Harveys Lake is 1963; 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 1963 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 18618 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 5 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 18618 (primary system: Aqua Pa Warden Place), 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 18618's water come from?

The recorded water source for Aqua Pa Warden Place, a system mapped to ZIP code 18618, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 175 people.

How can I get my water tested in Harveys Lake?

If Aqua Pa Warden Place 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 18618 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 18618 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.003 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 18618?

18618 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Luzerne County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 18618's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 18618. One or more PFAS results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 18618?

FEMA records contain 23 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 18618; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is A, 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). Harveys Lake, PA: 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/18618/
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Page version: October 2026.

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