West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority
EPA ID: PA4600015 · 333 people served · 1 ZIP code
With a five-year violation-free history, West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority delivers safe water to 333 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority serves a community with a median household income of $65,165 and an estimated 10,374 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
West Buffalo Twp Mun 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.
About 1% of homes in Union 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
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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
West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority (EPA ID: PA4600015) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 333 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 17844 in Mifflinburg.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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: 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.
- 17844 — Mifflinburg
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority (PA4600015) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority serve?
West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority serves approximately 333 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.
Where does West Buffalo Twp Mun Authority get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.