Historical Compliance Records PA

Bally Muni Water Works

EPA ID: PA3060002 ยท 2,146 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bally Muni Water Works (PA3060002): 32 EPA violations in the last five years. Over the tracked period, Bally Muni Water Works logged 32 EPA violations - each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 2,146 people in good standing.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,146
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
32
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
32
Contaminants Flagged
$273K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bally Muni Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$86,250
Median Household Income
24,899
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
35th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bally Muni Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $86,250 and an estimated 24,899 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% 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

Bally Muni Water Works'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
68th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 68th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Bally Muni Water Works compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Atrazine 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects
Benzene 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Contaminant 2110 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen)

What This Means For You

Contaminant 2015 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Atrazine at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Benzene at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L.

Contaminant 2110 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 2005 at 1 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. 6 detections recorded. 2 exceed 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†’

Contaminant 2015 was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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2,176 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,065
Flood Insurance $900
Water Filtration $150
PFAS Treatment $150
Total Estimated Cost $3,465

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 $3,465 (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

Bally Muni Water Works (EPA ID: PA3060002) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 2,146 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 32 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 32 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
February 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2005 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2010 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2015 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2020 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2031 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2032 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2033 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2034 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2036 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2037 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Atrazine Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2040 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2041 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2042 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2046 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Benzene Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2051 Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 2005 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2010 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2015 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2020 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2031 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2032 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2033 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2034 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2036 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2037 Other Violation 1 No
Atrazine Organic 1 No
Contaminant 2040 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2041 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2042 Other Violation 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 1 (High 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 Bally Muni Water Works (PA3060002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bally Muni Water Works water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Bally Muni Water Works; its 32 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Bally Muni Water Works serve?

Bally Muni Water Works serves approximately 2,146 people across 4 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Bally Muni Water Works get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Bally Muni Water Works's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2015, Atrazine, Benzene, Contaminant 2110. 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 Bally Muni Water Works serve?
Bally Muni Water Works serves approximately 2,146 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Bally Muni Water Works's water source?
Bally Muni Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Bally Muni Water Works's service area?
The Bally Muni Water Works service area has a median household income of $86,250. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bally Muni Water Works get its water?
Bally Muni Water Works'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

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Bally Muni Water Works (EPA ID: PA3060002) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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