Water System Report PA

Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing

EPA ID: PA1090002 · 190 people served · 1 ZIP code

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 190 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

190
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$623K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$157,591
Median Household Income
29,797
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing serves a community with a median household income of $157,591 and an estimated 29,797 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Bucks County, Pennsylvania rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 9 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.014 ppt, PFOS: 0.018 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Lead Pipe Replacement $2,760
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $5,760

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $5,760 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing (EPA ID: PA1090002) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 190 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 18940 in Newtown.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing (PA1090002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing serve?

Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing serves approximately 190 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
1
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2020-01-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 190
Reported to Pennsylvania

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing serve?
Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing serves approximately 190 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing's water source?
Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing's service area?
The Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing service area has a median household income of $157,591. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing get its water?
Buckingham Vly Rehab & Nursing's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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