Historical Compliance Records PA

Canton Borough Authority

EPA ID: PA2080003 ยท 2,050 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Canton Borough Authority (PA2080003): 25 EPA violations in the last five years. Past issues aside, Canton Borough Authority cleared all 25 violations and is compliant today, supplying 2,050 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,050
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
25
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
19
Contaminants Flagged
$169K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Canton Borough Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,839
Median Household Income
4,721
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Canton Borough Authority serves a community with a median household income of $55,839 and an estimated 4,721 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% 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

Canton Borough Authority'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

71 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Canton Borough Authority compares to EPA limits

Atrazine 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects
Benzene 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Atrazine at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Benzene at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 2033 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

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Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Canton Borough Authority (EPA ID: PA2080003) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 2,050 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 17724 in Canton.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 25 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 25 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
October 11, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 11, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2032 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2033 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2034 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2036 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2046 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2033 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2034 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2036 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2037 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Atrazine Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2046 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Benzene Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2306 Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Combined Radium Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Radium-226 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 2033 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2034 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2036 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2046 Other Violation 2 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 2 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Contaminant 2032 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2037 Other Violation 1 No
Atrazine Organic 1 No
Benzene Organic 1 No
Contaminant 2306 Other Violation 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 1 No

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.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Canton Borough Authority (PA2080003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Canton Borough Authority water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Canton Borough Authority; its 25 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Canton Borough Authority serve?

Canton Borough Authority serves approximately 2,050 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Canton Borough Authority get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Canton Borough Authority's water?
Detected contaminants include Atrazine, Benzene, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). 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 Canton Borough Authority serve?
Canton Borough Authority serves approximately 2,050 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Canton Borough Authority's water source?
Canton Borough Authority draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Canton Borough Authority's service area?
The Canton Borough Authority service area has a median household income of $55,839. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Canton Borough Authority get its water?
Canton Borough Authority'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.). Canton Borough Authority (PA): 25 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa2080003/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Canton Borough Authority (EPA ID: PA2080003) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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