Health Violations Found PA 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Red Rock Job Corps Center

EPA ID: PA2570005 · 425 people served · 1 ZIP code

Five years tracked: Red Rock Job Corps Center had 4 violations, all cleared, 425 served.

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

F · 32
Avg Safety Score
425
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.22259 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
4
Contaminants Flagged
$120K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Red Rock Job Corps Center Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade F

Service Area Demographics

$65,313
Median Household Income
152
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
100th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Red Rock Job Corps Center serves a community with a median household income of $65,313 and an estimated 152 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Red Rock Job Corps Center'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Sullivan 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

75 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Red Rock Job Corps Center compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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.

Contaminant 0700 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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 Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $4,620
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $6,120

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 $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
$5,280
10 years
$10,560
20 years
$21,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $6,120 (one-time) vs. $10,560 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

Red Rock Job Corps Center (EPA ID: PA2570005) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 425 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 18628 in Lopez.

Average Home Safety Score: F (32/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. All violations have been resolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
May 5, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 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
18628 0.22259 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.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Red Rock Job Corps Center (PA2570005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Rock Job Corps Center water safe to drink?

Red Rock Job Corps Center has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 Red Rock Job Corps Center serve?

Red Rock Job Corps Center serves approximately 425 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Red Rock Job Corps Center get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

PFAS Substances Detected in This System

This water system's Consumer Confidence Report disclosed the following PFAS compounds. Levels are from the utility's most recent reporting cycle.

Substance Detected level EPA limit Status
PFNA
Perfluorononanoic acid
EPA-regulated (2024 NPDWR)
1.9 ppt 10 ppt Below EPA limit

In April 2024, EPA finalized the first National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for six PFAS. Public water systems have until 2029 to comply. EPA — PFAS regulation overview →

Source: Consumer Confidence Report disclosed by Red Rock Job Corps Center.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. PFAS detection data is sourced from public Consumer Confidence Reports filed by the utility itself.

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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
1
Unknown Material
37
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 2022-06-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 425
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 Red Rock Job Corps Center safe to drink?
Red Rock Job Corps Center has a F safety grade based on 4 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Red Rock Job Corps Center's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Stage 1 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Contaminant 0700. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Red Rock Job Corps Center serve?
Red Rock Job Corps Center serves approximately 425 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Red Rock Job Corps Center's water source?
Red Rock Job Corps Center draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Red Rock Job Corps Center's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.22259 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 Red Rock Job Corps Center's service area?
The Red Rock Job Corps Center service area has a median household income of $65,313. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Red Rock Job Corps Center get its water?
Red Rock Job Corps Center'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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