Water System Report PA

Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene

EPA ID: PA1090097 ยท 900 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene (PA1090097): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene has supplied tap water to 900 residents with no violations of any type on record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

900
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$544K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$115,425
Median Household Income
28,477
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene serves a community with a median household income of $115,425 and an estimated 28,477 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene'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

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

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 71% 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. 10 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 โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $3,000 (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

Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene (EPA ID: PA1090097) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 900 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 18901 in Doylestown.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

No reported lead measurement appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. Absence of a reported measurement is not a measured zero.

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by PA or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene (PA1090097) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene serve?

Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene serves approximately 900 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene serve?
Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene serves approximately 900 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene's water source?
Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene's service area?
The Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene service area has a median household income of $115,425. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene get its water?
Nwwa Olde Colonial Greene'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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