Water System Report PA

Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority

EPA ID: PA4070019 · 3,182 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority (PA4070019): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring - Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 3,182 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,182
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$155K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$69,119
Median Household Income
5,066
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority serves a community with a median household income of $69,119 and an estimated 5,066 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 38% 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

Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

75 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority (EPA ID: PA4070019) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 3,182 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 16673 in Roaring Spring.

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.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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: 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 Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority (PA4070019) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority 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 Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority serve?

Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority serves approximately 3,182 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority serve?
Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority serves approximately 3,182 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority's water source?
Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority's service area?
The Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority service area has a median household income of $69,119. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority get its water?
Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Roaring Spring Muni Water Authority Water Quality Report, PA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa4070019/
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