Jay Twp Water Authority
EPA ID: PA6240005 · 1,131 people served · 4 ZIP codes
Unlike fully compliant utilities, Jay Twp Water Authority has 1 outstanding EPA violation for approximately 1,131 residents.
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 8 (2023) to 8 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Jay Twp Water Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade C
Service Area Demographics
The Jay Twp Water Authority serves a community with a median household income of $54,896 and an estimated 2,193 residents across its service area. Approximately 86% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Jay Twp 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.
About 0% of homes in Elk 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
Detected Contaminants
How Jay Twp Water Authority compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
E. coli at 10 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.
Revised Total Coliform Rule at 8 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Contaminant 0700 at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Lead and Copper Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Fecal Coliform at 7 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
E. coli was detected in this water system. UV disinfection (99.99%) 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
JAY TWP WATER AUTHORITY (EPA ID: PA6240005) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 1,131 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: C (60/100)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 1, 2025 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| September 1, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| September 1, 2025 | E. coli | Monitoring | Resolved |
| September 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Monitoring | Resolved |
| August 1, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| August 1, 2025 | E. coli | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 11, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| November 1, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| November 1, 2024 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| November 1, 2024 | E. coli | Monitoring | Resolved |
| November 1, 2024 | Fecal Coliform | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| February 13, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| February 1, 2024 | E. coli | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 11, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| November 1, 2023 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| November 1, 2023 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| November 1, 2023 | E. coli | Monitoring | Resolved |
| November 1, 2023 | Fecal Coliform | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| E. coli | Microbiological | 10 | Yes |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 8 | No |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 8 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 7 | No |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 7 | No |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | No |
| Total Organic Carbon | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
| Combined Radium | Radionuclides | 1 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | Yes |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))
Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.
Removal methods: UV disinfection (99.99%), chlorination, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | Exceeds Limit | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15868 | 0.01716 mg/L | Yes | N/A |
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.
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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: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs 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 Jay Twp Water Authority (PA6240005) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jay Twp Water Authority water safe to drink?
Jay Twp Water 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 Jay Twp Water Authority serve?
Jay Twp Water Authority serves approximately 1,131 people across 4 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.
Where does Jay Twp Water Authority get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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