Water System Report PA

Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook

EPA ID: PA2359006 · 2,851 people served · 16 ZIP codes

Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 2,851 residents.

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

2,851
People Served
16
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$57,404
Median Household Income
97,098
Service Area Population
34%
Disadvantaged Population
51th
Poverty Percentile
62th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook serves a community with a median household income of $57,404 and an estimated 97,098 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 34% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
49th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
67th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 67th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

68 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 94% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 4 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania

D 16 violations
C 5 violations
0 violations
West Grove Borough
2,873 people
0 violations
D 5 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $825
PFAS Treatment $38
Total Estimated Cost $2,063

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,063 (one-time) vs. $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

Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook (EPA ID: PA2359006) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 2,851 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 16 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 14 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook (PA2359006) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook serve?

Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook serves approximately 2,851 people across 16 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

1
Confirmed Lead
9
Galvanized — Replacement Required
628
Unknown Material
159
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 2013-06-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,851
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

Should I use a water filter?
Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook serve?
Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook serves approximately 2,851 people with drinking water across 16 ZIP codes.
What is Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook's water source?
Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook's service area?
The Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook service area has a median household income of $57,404. EPA EJScreen data classifies 34% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook get its water?
Pa Amer Water Company Fallbrook'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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