Historical Compliance Records PA 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma

EPA ID: PA2400048 ยท 3,230 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma (PA2400048): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Although 33 violations appeared on Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma's record, all have been remedied - currently compliant, 3,230 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,230
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
33
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
29
Contaminants Flagged
$228K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$95,820
Median Household Income
15,179
Service Area Population
34%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma serves a community with a median household income of $95,820 and an estimated 15,179 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma'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
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 68% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
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

What This Means For You

Contaminant 2015 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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.

Contaminant 0700 at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2005 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2015 was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania

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3,220 people
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3,250 people
23 violations
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2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,600

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 $2,600 (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

Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma (EPA ID: PA2400048) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 3,230 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 33 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 33 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
November 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2005 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2010 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2015 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2020 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 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 2042 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 2051 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2063 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2065 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 5 Yes
Contaminant 2005 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2010 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2015 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2020 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2032 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2033 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2034 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2036 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2037 Other Violation 1 No
Atrazine Organic 1 No
Contaminant 2042 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2046 Other Violation 1 No
Benzene Organic 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.

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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 Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma (PA2400048) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma; its 33 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma serve?

Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma serves approximately 3,230 people across 3 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2015, Atrazine, Benzene, Contaminant 0700. 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 Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma serve?
Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma serves approximately 3,230 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma's water source?
Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma's service area?
The Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma service area has a median household income of $95,820. EPA EJScreen data classifies 34% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma get its water?
Conyngham Sugarloaf Joint Ma'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

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

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