Paw Nittany
EPA ID: PA4140081 · 1,515 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Paw Nittany (PA4140081): a lead 90th-percentile reading above the EPA action level. Searching the federal compliance records for Paw Nittany turns up no EPA violations in any contaminant category the file covers; the utility's service area includes approximately 1,515 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Paw Nittany Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Paw Nittany have a median household income of $69,176 and about 13,491 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 33% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Paw Nittany's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
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
Paw Nittany (EPA ID: PA4140081) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 1,515 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
Latest reported 90th-percentile lead result for this PWSID: 0.037 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.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Paw Nittany (PA4140081) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Paw Nittany water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Paw Nittany 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 Paw Nittany serve?
Paw Nittany serves approximately 1,515 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.
Where does Paw Nittany get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Paw Nittany Water Quality Report, PA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa4140081/
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