Oakdale Boro Water Department
EPA ID: PA5020067 · 1,459 people served · 1 ZIP code
In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Oakdale Boro Water Department has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 1,459 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 1 (2024) to 1 (2026). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Oakdale Boro Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Oakdale Boro Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $98,157 and an estimated 12,455 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Oakdale Boro Water Department'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 Allegheny County, Pennsylvania rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Oakdale Boro Water Department (EPA ID: PA5020067) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 1,459 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 15071 in Oakdale.
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.
- 15071 — Oakdale
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Oakdale Boro Water Department (PA5020067) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oakdale Boro Water Department water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Oakdale Boro Water Department has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Oakdale Boro Water Department serve?
Oakdale Boro Water Department serves approximately 1,459 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.
Where does Oakdale Boro Water Department get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.