Water System Report PA

Springdale Boro Water Department

EPA ID: PA5020053 ยท 3,405 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Springdale Boro Water Department (PA5020053): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Springdale Boro Water Department has logged zero violations - no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 3,405 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 55
Avg Safety Score
3,405
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00172 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$135K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Springdale Boro Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$58,671
Median Household Income
4,858
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Springdale Boro Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $58,671 and an estimated 4,858 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% 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

Springdale Boro Water Department'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

64 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 94% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $250
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,800 (one-time) vs. $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

Springdale Boro Water Department (EPA ID: PA5020053) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 3,405 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (55/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00172 mg/L No N/A

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

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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 Springdale Boro Water Department (PA5020053) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Springdale Boro Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Springdale Boro Water Department 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 Springdale Boro Water Department serve?

Springdale Boro Water Department serves approximately 3,405 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Springdale Boro Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
58
Detections
2
Latest sample
9/24/2024
Highest analyte
PFBS: 7.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 7.6 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Springdale Boro Water Department safe to drink?
Springdale Boro Water Department has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Springdale Boro Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Springdale Boro Water Department serve?
Springdale Boro Water Department serves approximately 3,405 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Springdale Boro Water Department's water source?
Springdale Boro Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Springdale Boro Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00172 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Springdale Boro Water Department's service area?
The Springdale Boro Water Department service area has a median household income of $58,671. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Springdale Boro Water Department get its water?
Springdale Boro Water Department'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.). Springdale Boro Water Department Water Quality Report, PA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa5020053/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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