Historical Compliance Records PA

Buckingham Twp Cold Spring

EPA ID: PA1090137 ยท 4,760 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Buckingham Twp Cold Spring (PA1090137): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). 3 total violations across five years at Buckingham Twp Cold Spring - every finding closed, utility compliant today, 4,760 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

F ยท 33
Avg Safety Score
4,760
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$654K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Buckingham Twp Cold Spring Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade F

Service Area Demographics

$186,204
Median Household Income
29,298
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
34%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Buckingham Twp Cold Spring serves a community with a median household income of $186,204 and an estimated 29,298 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Buckingham Twp Cold Spring'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

25 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 37% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Buckingham Twp Cold Spring compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2110 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen)

What This Means For You

Contaminant 2110 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 0700 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 16 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 3 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†’

Contaminant 2110 was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania

D 5 violations
Shrewsbury Borough
4,727 people
F 5 violations
C 15 violations
7 violations
6 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,300

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,300 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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 Twp Cold Spring (EPA ID: PA1090137) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 4,760 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: F (33/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 3 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2110 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2110 Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 2110 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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

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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 Buckingham Twp Cold Spring (PA1090137) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buckingham Twp Cold Spring water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Buckingham Twp Cold Spring; its 3 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Buckingham Twp Cold Spring serve?

Buckingham Twp Cold Spring serves approximately 4,760 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Buckingham Twp Cold Spring get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
26
Latest sample
7/22/2025
Highest analyte
PFOA: 22 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 22 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOS 19.3 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFPeA 18.1 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 18 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 14 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBA 10.3 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Buckingham Twp Cold Spring safe to drink?
Buckingham Twp Cold Spring has a F safety grade based on 3 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Buckingham Twp Cold Spring's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2110, Contaminant 0700. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Buckingham Twp Cold Spring serve?
Buckingham Twp Cold Spring serves approximately 4,760 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Buckingham Twp Cold Spring's water source?
Buckingham Twp Cold Spring draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Buckingham Twp Cold Spring's service area?
The Buckingham Twp Cold Spring service area has a median household income of $186,204. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Buckingham Twp Cold Spring get its water?
Buckingham Twp Cold Spring'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Buckingham Twp Cold Spring (PA): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa1090137/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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