Historical Compliance Records PA

Aqua Pa Hatboro

EPA ID: PA1460028 ยท 12,901 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Aqua Pa Hatboro (PA1460028): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). Since the flagged events, Aqua Pa Hatboro resolved all 60 violations - compliant today, 12,901 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

F ยท 33
Avg Safety Score
12,901
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
60
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
30
Contaminants Flagged
$373K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aqua Pa Hatboro Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade F

Service Area Demographics

$99,724
Median Household Income
125,121
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
32th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aqua Pa Hatboro serves a community with a median household income of $99,724 and an estimated 125,121 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Aqua Pa Hatboro's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
68th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
88th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 68th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

64 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
7 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 90% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Aqua Pa Hatboro compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2015 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Atrazine 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects
Benzene 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
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 2015 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Atrazine at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Benzene at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L.

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 2005 at 2 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. 45 detections recorded. 17 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 8 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.
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Contaminant 2015 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 16 violations
Quakertown Boro
12,800 people
20 violations
Whitehall Twp Authority
13,063 people
0 violations
Boro of Waynesboro
13,200 people
D 40 violations
D 4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,680
Radon Mitigation $960
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,240

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,240 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Aqua Pa Hatboro (EPA ID: PA1460028) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 12,901 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

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

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 5 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 60 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 60 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, 2023 Contaminant 2005 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2010 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2015 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2020 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2031 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2032 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2033 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2034 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2036 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2037 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Atrazine Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2040 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2041 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2042 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2046 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Benzene Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2051 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2063 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 2065 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 2005 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2010 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2015 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2020 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2031 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2032 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2033 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2034 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2036 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2037 Other Violation 2 No
Atrazine Organic 2 No
Contaminant 2040 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2041 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2042 Other Violation 2 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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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 Aqua Pa Hatboro (PA1460028) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aqua Pa Hatboro water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Aqua Pa Hatboro; its 60 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Aqua Pa Hatboro serve?

Aqua Pa Hatboro serves approximately 12,901 people across 5 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Aqua Pa Hatboro get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
232
Detections
47
Latest sample
10/16/2024
Highest analyte
PFOS: 21.5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 21.5 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOA 16.2 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFPeA 16.1 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 11.8 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 11 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBA 8.2 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 Aqua Pa Hatboro safe to drink?
Aqua Pa Hatboro has a F safety grade based on 60 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Aqua Pa Hatboro's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2015, Atrazine, Benzene, Contaminant 2110. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Aqua Pa Hatboro serve?
Aqua Pa Hatboro serves approximately 12,901 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Aqua Pa Hatboro's water source?
Aqua Pa Hatboro draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aqua Pa Hatboro's service area?
The Aqua Pa Hatboro service area has a median household income of $99,724. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Aqua Pa Hatboro get its water?
Aqua Pa Hatboro's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Aqua Pa Hatboro (PA): 60 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa1460028/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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