Health Violations Found PA 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Sproul Water Assn

EPA ID: PA4070047 · 180 people served · 1 ZIP code

Compliance tracking for Sproul Water Assn shows 7 pending violations logged in the EPA system — the supplier delivers water to approximately 180 residents while those findings remain open.

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

F · 27
Avg Safety Score
180
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
38
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0198 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
9
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2022). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sproul Water Assn Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade F

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Sproul Water Assn'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Blair County, Pennsylvania rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

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

68 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

Detected Contaminants

How Sproul Water Assn compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 0700 at 10 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 8 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Contaminant 2063 at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $4,260
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $5,760

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$10,280
10 years
$20,560
20 years
$41,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $5,760 (one-time) vs. $20,560 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

Sproul Water Assn (EPA ID: PA4070047) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 180 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 16682 in Sproul.

Average Home Safety Score: F (27/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 7 remain unresolved.

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 10 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 9 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 8 No
Contaminant 2063 Other Violation 3 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Contaminant 2959 Other Violation 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
16682 0.0198 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

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.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Sproul Water Assn (PA4070047) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sproul Water Assn water safe to drink?

Sproul Water Assn has recorded 2 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Sproul Water Assn serve?

Sproul Water Assn serves approximately 180 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Sproul Water Assn get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
66
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2019-06-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 180
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

Is water from Sproul Water Assn safe to drink?
Sproul Water Assn has a F safety grade based on 38 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Sproul Water Assn's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Contaminant 0700, Lead and Copper Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Sproul Water Assn serve?
Sproul Water Assn serves approximately 180 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Sproul Water Assn's water source?
Sproul Water Assn draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sproul Water Assn's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0198 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
Where does Sproul Water Assn get its water?
Sproul Water Assn'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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