Health Violations Found PA 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Pleasant View Lakes Poa

EPA ID: PA2450070 · 389 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Tallying the federal enforcement file for Pleasant View Lakes Poa yields 2 open violations that have not been formally closed — each finding sits in the EPA database while the utility continues to deliver water to approximately 389 residents and works through the required corrective action process.

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

D · 46
Avg Safety Score
389
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
21
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.01695 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
4
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 1 (2023). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pleasant View Lakes Poa Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$62,572
Median Household Income
9,993
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pleasant View Lakes Poa serves a community with a median household income of $62,572 and an estimated 9,993 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% 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

Pleasant View Lakes Poa'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

About 1% of homes in Monroe 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Pleasant View Lakes Poa compares to EPA limits

Copper 1 mg/L (77% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 1.3 mg/L

What This Means For You

Contaminant 0700 at 14 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 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

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,980
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $4,530

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$10,280
10 years
$20,560
20 years
$41,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,530 (one-time) vs. $20,560 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

Pleasant View Lakes Poa (EPA ID: PA2450070) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 389 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (46/100)

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

Violation History

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
June 13, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Copper Monitoring 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 14 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Copper Inorganic 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
18058 0.01695 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.

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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP 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 Pleasant View Lakes Poa (PA2450070) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pleasant View Lakes Poa water safe to drink?

Pleasant View Lakes Poa has recorded 2 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Pleasant View Lakes Poa serve?

Pleasant View Lakes Poa serves approximately 389 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Pleasant View Lakes Poa get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
113
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 1995-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 389
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 Pleasant View Lakes Poa safe to drink?
Pleasant View Lakes Poa has a D safety grade based on 21 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Pleasant View Lakes Poa's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 0700, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Copper. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 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 Pleasant View Lakes Poa serve?
Pleasant View Lakes Poa serves approximately 389 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Pleasant View Lakes Poa's water source?
Pleasant View Lakes Poa draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pleasant View Lakes Poa's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.01695 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 Pleasant View Lakes Poa's service area?
The Pleasant View Lakes Poa service area has a median household income of $62,572. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pleasant View Lakes Poa get its water?
Pleasant View Lakes Poa'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

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