Water System Report PA

Wyalusing Municipal Authority

EPA ID: PA2080034 · 700 people served · 4 ZIP codes

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Wyalusing Municipal Authority has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 700 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

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

D · 44
Avg Safety Score
700
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$214K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wyalusing Municipal Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$67,784
Median Household Income
5,425
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wyalusing Municipal Authority serves a community with a median household income of $67,784 and an estimated 5,425 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% 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

Wyalusing Municipal 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.

Low 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

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania

D 14 violations
C 24 violations
C 0 violations
D 6 violations
Oak Ridge Authority
700 people
C 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,050
Total Estimated Cost $2,250

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.

System Overview

WYALUSING MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY (EPA ID: PA2080034) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 700 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (44/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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 Wyalusing Municipal Authority (PA2080034) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wyalusing Municipal Authority water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Wyalusing Municipal Authority has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Wyalusing Municipal Authority serve?

Wyalusing Municipal Authority serves approximately 700 people across 4 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Wyalusing Municipal Authority 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
PFOS
Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid
EPA-regulated (2024 NPDWR)
2.32 ppt 4 ppt Below EPA limit
PFOA
Perfluorooctanoic acid
EPA-regulated (2024 NPDWR)
3.88 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 WYALUSING MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY.

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
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
295
Unknown Material
7
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 1996-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 700
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 Wyalusing Municipal Authority safe to drink?
Wyalusing Municipal Authority has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Wyalusing Municipal Authority meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Wyalusing Municipal Authority serve?
Wyalusing Municipal Authority serves approximately 700 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Wyalusing Municipal Authority's water source?
Wyalusing Municipal Authority draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Wyalusing Municipal Authority's service area?
The Wyalusing Municipal Authority service area has a median household income of $67,784. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Wyalusing Municipal Authority get its water?
Wyalusing Municipal 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.

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3

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