Current Health-Based Noncompliance PA 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Northridge at Camelback

EPA ID: PA2450124 ยท 330 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Northridge at Camelback (PA2450124): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. The EPA enforcement database lists 2 active violations for Northridge at Camelback - a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 330 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

Data: EPA SDWIS

330
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
7
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.1228 mg/L
Max Lead Level - Exceeds Limit
5
Contaminants Flagged
$262K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Northridge at Camelback Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$77,599
Median Household Income
31,418
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Northridge at Camelback serves a community with a median household income of $77,599 and an estimated 31,418 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% 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

Northridge at Camelback'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

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Northridge at Camelback compares to EPA limits

Atrazine 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects

What This Means For You

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.

Contaminant 0700 at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2035 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Atrazine 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

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,890
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $4,590

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Lead Exposure - Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,780
10 years
$15,560
20 years
$31,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,590 (one-time) vs. $15,560 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

Northridge at Camelback (EPA ID: PA2450124) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 330 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 resolved, 2 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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
September 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
May 12, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2025 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Atrazine Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Contaminant 0700 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
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 1 No
Atrazine Organic 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.1228 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 Northridge at Camelback (PA2450124) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Northridge at Camelback water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Northridge at Camelback. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Northridge at Camelback serve?

Northridge at Camelback serves approximately 330 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Northridge at Camelback get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Northridge at Camelback's water?
Detected contaminants include Atrazine, Contaminant 0700, Contaminant 2035, Stage 1 DBP Rule. 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 Northridge at Camelback serve?
Northridge at Camelback serves approximately 330 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Northridge at Camelback's water source?
Northridge at Camelback draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Northridge at Camelback's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.1228 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 Northridge at Camelback's service area?
The Northridge at Camelback service area has a median household income of $77,599. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Northridge at Camelback get its water?
Northridge at Camelback'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Northridge at Camelback (PA): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa2450124/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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