Water System Report PA

Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc

EPA ID: PA3130040 · 450 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc has stayed completely violation-free for its 450 residents.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
450
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2022) to 4 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$84,919
Median Household Income
13,681
Service Area Population
37%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc serves a community with a median household income of $84,919 and an estimated 13,681 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 37% 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

Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc'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
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Lackawanna 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

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,890
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $4,590

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

BLUE HERON HOMEOWNERS ASSOC (EPA ID: PA3130040) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 450 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 Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc (PA3130040) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc serve?

Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc serves approximately 450 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc 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
PFOS
Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid
EPA-regulated (2024 NPDWR)
3.17 ppt 4 ppt Below EPA limit
PFOA
Perfluorooctanoic acid
EPA-regulated (2024 NPDWR)
3.03 ppt 4 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 BLUE HERON HOMEOWNERS ASSOC.

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

Learn more about PFAS health effects and filtration →

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
0
Unknown Material
124
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 2025-07-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 450
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 Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc safe to drink?
Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc 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?
Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc serve?
Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc serves approximately 450 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc's water source?
Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc's service area?
The Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc service area has a median household income of $84,919. EPA EJScreen data classifies 37% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc get its water?
Blue Heron Homeowners Assoc'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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3

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