Historical Compliance Records PA

Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro

EPA ID: PA2640022 ยท 350 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro (PA2640022): 2 EPA violations in the last five years. In the five-year tracking period, Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro filed 2 violations - each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 350 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

350
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
2
Contaminants Flagged
$192K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$62,192
Median Household Income
5,076
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro serves a community with a median household income of $62,192 and an estimated 5,076 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% 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

Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

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.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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 โ†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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 Water Company Gouldsboro (EPA ID: PA2640022) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 350 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 18424 in Gouldsboro.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 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
July 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 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.

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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

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 Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro (PA2640022) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro serve?

Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro serves approximately 350 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Water Company Gouldsboro serve?
Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro serves approximately 350 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro's water source?
Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro's service area?
The Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro service area has a median household income of $62,192. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro get its water?
Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro'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.). Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro (PA): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa2640022/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

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Aqua Pa Water Company Gouldsboro (EPA ID: PA2640022) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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