Current Noncompliance PA

Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority

EPA ID: PA4290005 ยท 2,000 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority (PA4290005): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Where compliant utilities carry no open actions, Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority shows 2 active EPA violations in the federal database for a service population of approximately 2,000.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,000
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
69
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
40
Contaminants Flagged
$226K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,434
Median Household Income
7,584
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
57th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority serves a community with a median household income of $82,434 and an estimated 7,584 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
17th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Contaminant 2110 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen)
Benzene 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Contaminant 2015 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 2110 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Benzene at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.014 ppt, PFOS: 0.018 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Contaminant 2015 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 Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $400
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $1,767

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,767 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority (EPA ID: PA4290005) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 2,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

2 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 67 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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
April 11, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 11, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2026 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2026 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2026 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2026 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2025 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 6 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 5 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 4 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
E. coli Microbiological 3 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 3 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 3 No
Contaminant 2031 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2032 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2040 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2041 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2105 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2110 Other Violation 2 No
Contaminant 2326 Other Violation 2 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 2 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority (PA4290005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority serve?

Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority serves approximately 2,000 people across 3 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2015, Contaminant 2110, Benzene, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). 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 Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority serve?
Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority serves approximately 2,000 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority's water source?
Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority's service area?
The Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority service area has a median household income of $82,434. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority get its water?
Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority (PA): 69 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa4290005/
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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

Mcconnellsburg Boro Muni Authority (EPA ID: PA4290005) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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