Water System Report PA

Paradise Point

EPA ID: PA2640052 · 300 people served · 15 ZIP codes

EPA data: Paradise Point — zero violations, five years, 300 served.

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

D · 50
Avg Safety Score
300
People Served
15
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$136K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Paradise Point Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$71,658
Median Household Income
54,568
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
86%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Paradise Point serves a community with a median household income of $71,658 and an estimated 54,568 residents across its service area. Approximately 86% 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

Paradise Point'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
51th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
31th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Allegheny 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

78 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 96% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $807
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,207

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

PARADISE POINT (EPA ID: PA2640052) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 300 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 15 ZIP codes across 15 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (50/100)

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 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Paradise Point (PA2640052) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paradise Point water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Paradise Point has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Paradise Point serve?

Paradise Point serves approximately 300 people across 15 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Paradise Point 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
97
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: 300
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 Paradise Point safe to drink?
Paradise Point 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?
Paradise Point meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Paradise Point serve?
Paradise Point serves approximately 300 people with drinking water across 15 ZIP codes.
What is Paradise Point's water source?
Paradise Point draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Paradise Point's service area?
The Paradise Point service area has a median household income of $71,658. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Paradise Point get its water?
Paradise Point'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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