Midland Boro Muni Authority
EPA ID: PA5040038 · 3,100 people served · 1 ZIP code
Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Midland Boro Muni Authority, 15 violations are listed as unresolved — those findings cover the utility's service area of approximately 3,100 people and remain open in the federal compliance system, awaiting formal corrective action documentation.
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 (2022) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Midland Boro Muni Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade D
Service Area Demographics
The Midland Boro Muni Authority serves a community with a median household income of $68,906 and an estimated 4,186 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.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Midland 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.
About 2% of homes in Beaver 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Midland Boro Muni Authority compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Lead and Copper Rule at 21 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Selenium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.05 mg/L. Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.
Revised Total Coliform Rule at 14 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Contaminant 0700 at 11 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 4 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
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
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
Midland Boro Muni Authority (EPA ID: PA5040038) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 3,100 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 15059 in Midland.
Average Home Safety Score: D (42/100)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| May 11, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| March 15, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unresolved |
| February 11, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| February 1, 2025 | Chlorite | Monitoring | Resolved |
| February 1, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Chlorite | Monitoring | Resolved |
| August 1, 2024 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| May 3, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 1, 2024 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| March 1, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| March 1, 2024 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| February 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 11, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 21 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 14 | No |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 11 | Yes |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 9 | Yes |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 8 | No |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 7 | Yes |
| Contaminant 2063 | Other Violation | 4 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | No |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 2 | No |
| Selenium | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Contaminant 2383 | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
Chlorite (EPA limit: 1 mg/L)
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children At-risk groups: infants, developing fetuses, people with G6PD deficiency.
Removal methods: ferrous sulfate reduction, activated carbon, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
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
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.
- 15059 — Midland
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Midland Boro Muni Authority (PA5040038) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Midland Boro Muni Authority water safe to drink?
Midland Boro Muni Authority has recorded 11 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does Midland Boro Muni Authority serve?
Midland Boro Muni Authority serves approximately 3,100 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.
Where does Midland Boro Muni Authority get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
PFAS Substances Detected in This System
This water system's Consumer Confidence Report disclosed the following PFAS compounds. Levels are from the utility's most recent reporting cycle.
In April 2024, EPA finalized the first National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for six PFAS. Public water systems have until 2029 to comply. EPA — PFAS regulation overview →
Source: Consumer Confidence Report disclosed by Midland Boro Muni Authority.
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. PFAS detection data is sourced from public Consumer Confidence Reports filed by the utility itself.
Lead Service Line Inventory
Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:
Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.
Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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