Health Violations Found PA 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Aqua Pa Tanglwood North

EPA ID: PA2520066 · 690 people served · 5 ZIP codes

The EPA enforcement database lists 71 active violations for Aqua Pa Tanglwood North — a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 690 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

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

C · 60
Avg Safety Score
690
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
80
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
10
Contaminants Flagged
$263K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 4 (2021) to 3 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aqua Pa Tanglwood North Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$72,285
Median Household Income
28,060
Service Area Population
18%
Disadvantaged Population
44th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aqua Pa Tanglwood North serves a community with a median household income of $72,285 and an estimated 28,060 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% 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

Aqua Pa Tanglwood North'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
44th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Pike County, Pennsylvania rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Aqua Pa Tanglwood North compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Uranium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.03 mg/L
Kidney toxicity, increased cancer risk

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Uranium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.03 mg/L. Kidney toxicity, increased cancer risk. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Contaminant 0700 at 31 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 15 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 14 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

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

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 →

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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

D 0 violations
D 12 violations
0 violations
D 14 violations
C 24 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $720
Radon Mitigation $560
Water Filtration $240
PFAS Treatment $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,620

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.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,620 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Aqua Pa Tanglwood North (EPA ID: PA2520066) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 690 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (60/100)

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. 71 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
September 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
September 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
September 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Unresolved
August 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
August 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
August 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Unresolved
July 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2063 Monitoring Unresolved
June 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Unresolved
May 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 31 Yes
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 15 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 14 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 10 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Contaminant 2063 Other Violation 3 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Copper Inorganic 1 No
Uranium Radionuclides 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 4 ZIP codes 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 Aqua Pa Tanglwood North (PA2520066) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aqua Pa Tanglwood North water safe to drink?

Aqua Pa Tanglwood North 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 Aqua Pa Tanglwood North serve?

Aqua Pa Tanglwood North serves approximately 690 people across 5 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Aqua Pa Tanglwood North 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
141
Unknown Material
272
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 2005-01-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 690
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 Aqua Pa Tanglwood North safe to drink?
Aqua Pa Tanglwood North has a C safety grade based on 80 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Aqua Pa Tanglwood North's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Uranium, Contaminant 0700, Revised Total Coliform 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 Aqua Pa Tanglwood North serve?
Aqua Pa Tanglwood North serves approximately 690 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Aqua Pa Tanglwood North's water source?
Aqua Pa Tanglwood North draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aqua Pa Tanglwood North's service area?
The Aqua Pa Tanglwood North service area has a median household income of $72,285. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Aqua Pa Tanglwood North get its water?
Aqua Pa Tanglwood North'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

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Aqua Pa Tanglwood North (EPA ID: PA2520066) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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