Historical Compliance Records PA

Lca Washington Township Div

EPA ID: PA3390078 ยท 965 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lca Washington Township Div (PA3390078): 4 EPA violations in the last five years. Dating back across the full five-year EPA tracking window, Lca Washington Township Div encountered 4 violations, each subsequently remedied and closed - today the utility meets all federal drinking water requirements for the 965 residents in its service area and holds no open enforcement actions.

Data: EPA SDWIS

965
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
2
Contaminants Flagged
$254K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lca Washington Township Div Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$73,947
Median Household Income
11,489
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lca Washington Township Div serves a community with a median household income of $73,947 and an estimated 11,489 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Lca Washington Township Div's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lca Washington Township Div compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 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 2 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 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,700 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Lca Washington Township Div (EPA ID: PA3390078) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 965 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 18080 in Slatington.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 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
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 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 2 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 2 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.

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 Lca Washington Township Div (PA3390078) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lca Washington Township Div water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Lca Washington Township Div; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Lca Washington Township Div serve?

Lca Washington Township Div serves approximately 965 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Lca Washington Township Div get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Lca Washington Township Div'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 Lca Washington Township Div serve?
Lca Washington Township Div serves approximately 965 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Lca Washington Township Div's water source?
Lca Washington Township Div draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Lca Washington Township Div's service area?
The Lca Washington Township Div service area has a median household income of $73,947. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lca Washington Township Div get its water?
Lca Washington Township Div's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lca Washington Township Div (PA): 4 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa3390078/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Lca Washington Township Div (EPA ID: PA3390078) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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