Historical Compliance Records PA

Crescent Lake

EPA ID: PA2450766 ยท 90 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Crescent Lake (PA2450766): 112 EPA violations in the last five years. The five-year EPA compliance file for Crescent Lake contains 112 violations, each documented and subsequently closed - the utility now operates in full compliance and continues to supply approximately 90 residents with water meeting current federal standards, including both health-based and monitoring requirements.

Data: EPA SDWIS

90
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
112
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
56
Contaminants Flagged
$241K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Crescent Lake Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$100,190
Median Household Income
4,907
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
35%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Crescent Lake serves a community with a median household income of $100,190 and an estimated 4,907 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Crescent Lake'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
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

27 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 39% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Crescent Lake 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
Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Atrazine 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects

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.

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.

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.

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 2015 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

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $3,000 (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

Crescent Lake (EPA ID: PA2450766) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 90 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 18334 in Long Pond.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 112 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 112 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
October 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 54 No
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 2 No
Radium-226 Radionuclides 2 No
Radium-228 Radionuclides 2 No
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 2031 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

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.

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.

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Crescent Lake (PA2450766) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crescent Lake water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Crescent Lake; its 112 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Crescent Lake serve?

Crescent Lake serves approximately 90 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Crescent Lake get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Crescent Lake's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Contaminant 2015, Chlorodibromomethane. 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 Crescent Lake serve?
Crescent Lake serves approximately 90 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Crescent Lake's water source?
Crescent Lake draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Crescent Lake's service area?
The Crescent Lake service area has a median household income of $100,190. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Crescent Lake get its water?
Crescent Lake'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

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Crescent Lake (PA): 112 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa2450766/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Crescent Lake (PA): 112 EPA Violations}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa2450766/}
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Crescent Lake (EPA ID: PA2450766) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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