Historical Compliance Records PA

Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division

EPA ID: PA2080028 ยท 15,569 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division (PA2080028): 3 EPA violations in the last five years. Five years tracked: Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division had 3 violations, all cleared, 15,569 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 66
Avg Safety Score
15,569
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0008 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$186K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$58,538
Median Household Income
16,726
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division serves a community with a median household income of $58,538 and an estimated 16,726 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% 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

Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 97% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Contaminant 0700 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $2,150
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,350

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,350 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division (EPA ID: PA2080028) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 15,569 people from groundwater sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (66/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 2 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
April 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
April 11, 2021 Lead and Copper Rule 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 0700 Other Violation 2 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0008 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.

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 Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division (PA2080028) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division; 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 Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division serve?

Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division serves approximately 15,569 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division safe to drink?
Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division has a C safety grade based on 3 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 0700, Lead and Copper Rule. 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 Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division serve?
Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division serves approximately 15,569 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division's water source?
Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0008 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division's service area?
The Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division service area has a median household income of $58,538. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division get its water?
Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division (PA): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa2080028/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

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Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Aqua Pa Susquehanna Division (EPA ID: PA2080028) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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