Historical Compliance Records PA

Skytop Lodge Inc.

EPA ID: PA2450040 ยท 300 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Skytop Lodge Inc. (PA2450040): a lead 90th-percentile reading above the EPA action level. EPA records: Skytop Lodge Inc., 23 past violations, all resolved, 300 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

300
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
23
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.02545 mg/L
Max Lead Level - Exceeds Limit
21
Contaminants Flagged
$243K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Skytop Lodge Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$95,856
Median Household Income
6,262
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Skytop Lodge Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $95,856 and an estimated 6,262 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% 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

Skytop Lodge Inc.'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Skytop Lodge Inc. compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Monochloroacetic Acid 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Monochloroacetic Acid at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds 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 โ†’

Chlorodibromomethane 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 PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$10,445
10 years
$20,890
20 years
$41,780

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,700 (one-time) vs. $20,890 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

Skytop Lodge Inc. (EPA ID: PA2450040) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 300 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 23 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 22 resolved, 1 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 Archived
October 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 PFOA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 HAA9 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Bromate 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 3 No
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Tribromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.02545 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.

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

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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 Skytop Lodge Inc. (PA2450040) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skytop Lodge Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Skytop Lodge Inc.; its 23 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Skytop Lodge Inc. serve?

Skytop Lodge Inc. serves approximately 300 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Skytop Lodge Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Skytop Lodge Inc.'s water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. 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 Skytop Lodge Inc. serve?
Skytop Lodge Inc. serves approximately 300 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Skytop Lodge Inc.'s water source?
Skytop Lodge Inc. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Skytop Lodge Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.02545 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 Skytop Lodge Inc.'s service area?
The Skytop Lodge Inc. service area has a median household income of $95,856. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Skytop Lodge Inc. get its water?
Skytop Lodge Inc.'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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