Three Springs Boro Water Company
EPA ID: PA4310030 · 442 people served · 1 ZIP code
Although 8 violations appeared on Three Springs Boro Water Company's record, all have been remedied — currently compliant, 442 served.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Three Springs Boro Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade C
Service Area Demographics
The Three Springs Boro Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $53,026 and an estimated 2,299 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.
Environmental Justice Note: 50% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. 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?
Three Springs Boro Water Company'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.
About 1% of homes in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Three Springs Boro Water Company compares to EPA limits
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.
Revised Total Coliform Rule at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Contaminant 0700 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Contaminant 2959 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Radium-228 at 1 pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L) exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L). Bone cancer and leukemia (known carcinogen). Consider ion exchange (water softener) filtration.
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
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System Overview
Three Springs Boro Water Company (EPA ID: PA4310030) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 442 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 17264 in Three Springs.
Average Home Safety Score: C (58/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2024 | Radium-228 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
| Contaminant 2959 | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Radium-228 | Radionuclides | 1 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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ZIP Codes Served
- 17264 — Three Springs
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Three Springs Boro Water Company (PA4310030) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Three Springs Boro Water Company water safe to drink?
Three Springs Boro Water Company has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.
How many people does Three Springs Boro Water Company serve?
Three Springs Boro Water Company serves approximately 442 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.
Where does Three Springs Boro Water Company get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
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