Hanover Township Lehigh County
EPA ID: PA3390097 · 520 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Hanover Township Lehigh County (PA3390097): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Searching the federal compliance records for Hanover Township Lehigh County turns up no EPA violations in any contaminant category the file covers; the utility's service area includes approximately 520 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hanover Township Lehigh County Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Hanover Township Lehigh County have a median household income of $55,437 and about 18,117 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 85% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Hanover Township Lehigh County'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.
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
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 4 detections recorded. 1 detection is above the level of a federal PFAS MCL (4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS), with compliance required from 2029.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Hanover Township Lehigh County (EPA ID: PA3390097) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 520 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 18109 in Allentown.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
Latest reported 90th-percentile lead result for this PWSID: 0.005 mg/L (1996-12-31).
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 18109 - Allentown
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Hanover Township Lehigh County (PA3390097) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hanover Township Lehigh County water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Hanover Township Lehigh County in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Hanover Township Lehigh County serve?
Hanover Township Lehigh County serves approximately 520 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.
Where does Hanover Township Lehigh County get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Hanover Township Lehigh County Water Quality Report, PA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa3390097/
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