Water System Report PA

Lawrenceville Boro Water Department

EPA ID: PA2590050 · 691 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Lawrenceville Boro Water Department reported no EPA violations for its service population of 691.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
691
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$161K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lawrenceville Boro Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$59,004
Median Household Income
4,641
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lawrenceville Boro Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $59,004 and an estimated 4,641 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% 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

Lawrenceville Boro Water Department'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Tioga County, Pennsylvania rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania

C 80 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

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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.

System Overview

Lawrenceville Boro Water Department (EPA ID: PA2590050) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 691 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

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 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 Lawrenceville Boro Water Department (PA2590050) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawrenceville Boro Water Department water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Lawrenceville Boro Water Department has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Lawrenceville Boro Water Department serve?

Lawrenceville Boro Water Department serves approximately 691 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Lawrenceville Boro Water Department 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
313
Unknown Material
0
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 1996-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 691
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 Lawrenceville Boro Water Department safe to drink?
Lawrenceville Boro Water Department has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Lawrenceville Boro Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lawrenceville Boro Water Department serve?
Lawrenceville Boro Water Department serves approximately 691 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Lawrenceville Boro Water Department's water source?
Lawrenceville Boro Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Lawrenceville Boro Water Department's service area?
The Lawrenceville Boro Water Department service area has a median household income of $59,004. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Lawrenceville Boro Water Department get its water?
Lawrenceville Boro Water Department'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.

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3

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