Glasgow Municipal Water Works
EPA ID: PA5040059 · 51 people served · 1 ZIP code
Across every monitored period in the past five years, Glasgow Municipal Water Works reported no EPA violations for its service population of 51.
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 Glasgow Municipal Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Glasgow Municipal Water Works 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?
Glasgow Municipal Water Works'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 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania
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
Glasgow Municipal Water Works (EPA ID: PA5040059) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 51 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 15059 in Midland.
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
- 15059 — Midland
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Glasgow Municipal Water Works (PA5040059) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glasgow Municipal Water Works water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Glasgow Municipal Water Works has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Glasgow Municipal Water Works serve?
Glasgow Municipal Water Works serves approximately 51 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.
Where does Glasgow Municipal Water Works get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.