Health Violations Found PA 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Bentleyville Muni Authority

EPA ID: PA5630030 · 2,600 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Right now, Bentleyville Muni Authority shows 1 EPA violation marked active and unresolved — the provider continues to supply approximately 2,600 residents while each finding awaits closure.

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

B · 72
Avg Safety Score
2,600
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged
$165K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2023) to 21 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bentleyville Muni Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$61,895
Median Household Income
10,001
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bentleyville Muni Authority serves a community with a median household income of $61,895 and an estimated 10,001 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Bentleyville 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Washington 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

79 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 91% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Bentleyville Muni Authority compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 3 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

E. coli at 2 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania

D 4 violations
C 11 violations
D 61 violations
C 15 violations
D 4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,000

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,000 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Bentleyville Muni Authority (EPA ID: PA5630030) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 2,600 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (72/100)

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

Violation History

3 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 1 remains unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 10, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
September 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2023 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 3 Yes
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 3 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
E. coli Microbiological 2 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 →

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 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Bentleyville Muni Authority (PA5630030) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bentleyville Muni Authority water safe to drink?

Bentleyville Muni Authority has recorded 3 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 Bentleyville Muni Authority serve?

Bentleyville Muni Authority serves approximately 2,600 people across 3 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Bentleyville Muni Authority get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Bentleyville Muni Authority safe to drink?
Bentleyville Muni Authority earns a B safety grade with 10 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Bentleyville Muni Authority's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Revised Total Coliform Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, E. coli. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Bentleyville Muni Authority serve?
Bentleyville Muni Authority serves approximately 2,600 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Bentleyville Muni Authority's water source?
Bentleyville Muni Authority draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Bentleyville Muni Authority's service area?
The Bentleyville Muni Authority service area has a median household income of $61,895. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bentleyville Muni Authority get its water?
Bentleyville 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. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Bentleyville Muni Authority (EPA ID: PA5630030) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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