Water System Report PA

Upper Halfmoon Water

EPA ID: PA4140109 · 1,500 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Upper Halfmoon Water (PA4140109): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Upper Halfmoon Water - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 1,500 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,500
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$341K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Upper Halfmoon Water Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$98,798
Median Household Income
8,891
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
45th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Upper Halfmoon Water serves a community with a median household income of $98,798 and an estimated 8,891 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Upper Halfmoon Water'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 50% 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

Upper Halfmoon Water (EPA ID: PA4140109) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 1,500 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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.

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 Upper Halfmoon Water (PA4140109) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Upper Halfmoon Water water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Upper Halfmoon Water 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 Upper Halfmoon Water serve?

Upper Halfmoon Water serves approximately 1,500 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Upper Halfmoon Water get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Upper Halfmoon Water meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Upper Halfmoon Water serve?
Upper Halfmoon Water serves approximately 1,500 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Upper Halfmoon Water's water source?
Upper Halfmoon Water draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Upper Halfmoon Water's service area?
The Upper Halfmoon Water service area has a median household income of $98,798. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Upper Halfmoon Water get its water?
Upper Halfmoon Water'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.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Upper Halfmoon Water Water Quality Report, PA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa4140109/
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