Monitoring Violations PA

Troy Water Deptartment

EPA ID: PA2080020 · 1,362 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Troy Water Deptartment shows 2 open EPA violations in current federal records for approximately 1,362 people.

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

D · 46
Avg Safety Score
1,362
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
31
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0158 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
8
Contaminants Flagged
$186K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Troy Water Deptartment Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$69,792
Median Household Income
7,947
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Troy Water Deptartment serves a community with a median household income of $69,792 and an estimated 7,947 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% 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

Troy Water Deptartment'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

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

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 82% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Troy Water Deptartment compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Selenium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.05 mg/L
Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Selenium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.05 mg/L. Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Contaminant 0700 at 15 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Lead Pipe Replacement
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,080
Total Estimated Cost $3,480

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.)

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$10,280
10 years
$20,560
20 years
$41,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,480 (one-time) vs. $20,560 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

TROY WATER DEPTARTMENT (EPA ID: PA2080020) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 1,362 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (46/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

31 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Selenium Monitoring Unresolved
October 11, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2063 Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 15 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 6 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Selenium Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 2063 Other Violation 1 No
Total Organic Carbon Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
16947 0.0158 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Troy Water Deptartment (PA2080020) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy Water Deptartment water safe to drink?

Troy Water Deptartment has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Troy Water Deptartment serve?

Troy Water Deptartment serves approximately 1,362 people across 4 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Troy Water Deptartment get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

PFAS Substances Detected in This System

This water system's Consumer Confidence Report disclosed the following PFAS compounds. Levels are from the utility's most recent reporting cycle.

Substance Detected level EPA limit Status
PFNA
Perfluorononanoic acid
EPA-regulated (2024 NPDWR)
5.9 ppt 10 ppt Below EPA limit
PFOA
Perfluorooctanoic acid
EPA-regulated (2024 NPDWR)
2.4 ppt 4 ppt Below EPA limit

In April 2024, EPA finalized the first National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for six PFAS. Public water systems have until 2029 to comply. EPA — PFAS regulation overview →

Source: Consumer Confidence Report disclosed by TROY WATER DEPTARTMENT.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. PFAS detection data is sourced from public Consumer Confidence Reports filed by the utility itself.

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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
12
Unknown Material
472
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 2025-06-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 1,362
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

Is water from Troy Water Deptartment safe to drink?
Troy Water Deptartment has a D safety grade based on 31 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Troy Water Deptartment's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Selenium, Contaminant 0700, Surface Water Treatment Rule. 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 Troy Water Deptartment serve?
Troy Water Deptartment serves approximately 1,362 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Troy Water Deptartment's water source?
Troy Water Deptartment draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Troy Water Deptartment's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0158 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of Troy Water Deptartment's service area?
The Troy Water Deptartment service area has a median household income of $69,792. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Troy Water Deptartment get its water?
Troy Water Deptartment'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Troy Water Deptartment (EPA ID: PA2080020) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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