Health Violations Found PA 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Marion Twp Wtp

EPA ID: PA5100099 · 225 people served · 6 ZIP codes

In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Marion Twp Wtp carried 2 violations still marked as unresolved — each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 225 people across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

D · 49
Avg Safety Score
225
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
15
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
6
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Marion Twp Wtp Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$85,625
Median Household Income
2,445
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Marion Twp Wtp serves a community with a median household income of $85,625 and an estimated 2,445 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Marion Twp Wtp'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.

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

About 1% of homes in Butler County, Pennsylvania rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 71% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Marion Twp Wtp compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Contaminant 0700 at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Organic Carbon at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $1,400

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,400 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Marion Twp Wtp (EPA ID: PA5100099) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 225 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (49/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 11, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 11, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
May 13, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
January 11, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 6 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Total Organic Carbon Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

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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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Marion Twp Wtp (PA5100099) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion Twp Wtp water safe to drink?

Marion Twp Wtp has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 Marion Twp Wtp serve?

Marion Twp Wtp serves approximately 225 people across 6 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Marion Twp Wtp get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
76
Unknown Material
0
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2013-06-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 225
Reported to Pennsylvania

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Marion Twp Wtp safe to drink?
Marion Twp Wtp has a D safety grade based on 15 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Marion Twp Wtp's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 0700, Lead and Copper Rule, Total Organic Carbon, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Marion Twp Wtp serve?
Marion Twp Wtp serves approximately 225 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Marion Twp Wtp's water source?
Marion Twp Wtp draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Marion Twp Wtp's service area?
The Marion Twp Wtp service area has a median household income of $85,625. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Marion Twp Wtp get its water?
Marion Twp Wtp'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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