Water System Report PA

Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities

EPA ID: PA3540070 ยท 956 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities (PA3540070): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 956 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS

956
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$183K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$69,375
Median Household Income
52,715
Service Area Population
32%
Disadvantaged Population
54th
Poverty Percentile
72th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $69,375 and an estimated 52,715 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 32% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
62th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 62th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 81% 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. 2 detections recorded.

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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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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 $1,460
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $120
PFAS Treatment $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,880

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 $2,880 (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

Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities (EPA ID: PA3540070) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 956 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

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

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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 Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities (PA3540070) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities 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 Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities serve?

Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities serves approximately 956 people across 5 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities serve?
Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities serves approximately 956 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities's water source?
Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities's service area?
The Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities service area has a median household income of $69,375. EPA EJScreen data classifies 32% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities get its water?
Aqua Pa Eagle Rock Utilities'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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