Water System Report PA

Harmony Boro Water Authority

EPA ID: PA5100042 ยท 6,669 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Harmony Boro Water Authority (PA5100042): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Harmony Boro Water Authority delivers safe water to 6,669 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

6,669
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0022 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$308K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Harmony Boro Water Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$90,078
Median Household Income
20,962
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Harmony Boro Water Authority serves a community with a median household income of $90,078 and an estimated 20,962 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Harmony Boro Water 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 74% 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. 9 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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

Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania

8 violations
F 4 violations
D 3 violations
D 49 violations
C 9 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,833
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $367
Total Estimated Cost $3,400

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 $3,400 (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

Harmony Boro Water Authority (EPA ID: PA5100042) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 6,669 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

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
0.0022 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Harmony Boro Water Authority (PA5100042) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harmony Boro Water Authority water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Harmony Boro Water Authority 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 Harmony Boro Water Authority serve?

Harmony Boro Water Authority serves approximately 6,669 people across 3 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Harmony Boro Water Authority get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
116
Detections
1
Latest sample
10/22/2025
Highest analyte
PFBA: 5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 5 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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Harmony Boro Water Authority meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Harmony Boro Water Authority serve?
Harmony Boro Water Authority serves approximately 6,669 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Harmony Boro Water Authority's water source?
Harmony Boro Water Authority draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Harmony Boro Water Authority's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0022 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Harmony Boro Water Authority's service area?
The Harmony Boro Water Authority service area has a median household income of $90,078. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Harmony Boro Water Authority get its water?
Harmony Boro Water 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Harmony Boro Water Authority Water Quality Report, PA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa5100042/
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