Historical Compliance Records PA

Belfast Twp Muni Authority

EPA ID: PA4290004 ยท 276 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Belfast Twp Muni Authority (PA4290004): 22 EPA violations in the last five years. Five years tracked: Belfast Twp Muni Authority had 22 violations, all cleared, 276 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

276
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
22
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
22
Contaminants Flagged
$243K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Belfast Twp Muni Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$77,917
Median Household Income
2,917
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Belfast Twp Muni Authority serves a community with a median household income of $77,917 and an estimated 2,917 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Belfast Twp Muni 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Belfast Twp Muni Authority compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
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

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

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.

Chlorodibromomethane 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

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Belfast Twp Muni Authority (EPA ID: PA4290004) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 276 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 17267 in Warfordsburg.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 22 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 22 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2023 PFOA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 HAA9 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Bromate Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Chlorate Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Chloramine Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Organic Carbon Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Belfast Twp Muni Authority (PA4290004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Belfast Twp Muni Authority water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Belfast Twp Muni Authority; its 22 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Belfast Twp Muni Authority serve?

Belfast Twp Muni Authority serves approximately 276 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Belfast Twp Muni Authority get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Belfast Twp Muni Authority's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. 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 Belfast Twp Muni Authority serve?
Belfast Twp Muni Authority serves approximately 276 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Belfast Twp Muni Authority's water source?
Belfast Twp Muni Authority draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Belfast Twp Muni Authority's service area?
The Belfast Twp Muni Authority service area has a median household income of $77,917. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Belfast Twp Muni Authority get its water?
Belfast Twp Muni 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Belfast Twp Muni Authority (PA): 22 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa4290004/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Belfast Twp Muni Authority (EPA ID: PA4290004) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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