Water System Report PA

Community Utilites Westgate

EPA ID: PA3480024 · 2,668 people served · 3 ZIP codes

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Community Utilites Westgate has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 2,668 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

2,668
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$311K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2024) to 2 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Community Utilites Westgate Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$88,946
Median Household Income
125,240
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Community Utilites Westgate serves a community with a median household income of $88,946 and an estimated 125,240 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.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Community Utilites Westgate'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

About 1% of homes in Northampton 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. 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

53 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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 9 detections recorded. 3 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,400
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $200
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $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

Community Utilites Westgate (EPA ID: PA3480024) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 2,668 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Community Utilites Westgate (PA3480024) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Community Utilites Westgate water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Community Utilites Westgate serve?

Community Utilites Westgate serves approximately 2,668 people across 3 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Community Utilites Westgate get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
8
Galvanized — Replacement Required
201
Unknown Material
783
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2009-07-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 2,668
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

Should I use a water filter?
Community Utilites Westgate meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Community Utilites Westgate serve?
Community Utilites Westgate serves approximately 2,668 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Community Utilites Westgate's water source?
Community Utilites Westgate draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Community Utilites Westgate's service area?
The Community Utilites Westgate service area has a median household income of $88,946. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Community Utilites Westgate get its water?
Community Utilites Westgate'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.
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