Current Noncompliance PA 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Johnsonburg Municipal Authority

EPA ID: PA6240007 ยท 2,413 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Johnsonburg Municipal Authority (PA6240007): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Per EPA records, Johnsonburg Municipal Authority: 2 unresolved violations, 2,413 people in service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,413
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
170
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
75
Contaminants Flagged
$75K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Johnsonburg Municipal Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$65,000
Median Household Income
3,109
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
89%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Johnsonburg Municipal Authority serves a community with a median household income of $65,000 and an estimated 3,109 residents across its service area. Approximately 89% 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

Johnsonburg Municipal 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

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

68 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Johnsonburg Municipal Authority compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Mercury 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Kidney damage, neurological impairment
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Contaminant 2015 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Mercury at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Kidney damage, neurological impairment. Consider activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 2015 was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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 $2,200 (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

Johnsonburg Municipal Authority (EPA ID: PA6240007) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 2,413 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 15845 in Johnsonburg.

Violation History

2 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 168 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 11, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 11, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
May 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 11, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 58 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 10 Yes
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 5 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 5 No
Radium-226 Radionuclides 5 No
Radium-228 Radionuclides 5 No
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 5 No
Lead Inorganic 2 No
Copper Inorganic 2 No
Contaminant 2033 Other Violation 2 No
E. coli Microbiological 2 No
Barium Inorganic 1 No
Cadmium Inorganic 1 No
Chromium Inorganic 1 No

Health Risk Details

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)

Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

No reported lead measurement appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. Absence of a reported measurement is not a measured zero.

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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 $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 Johnsonburg Municipal Authority (PA6240007) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnsonburg Municipal Authority water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Johnsonburg Municipal Authority serve?

Johnsonburg Municipal Authority serves approximately 2,413 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Johnsonburg Municipal Authority get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Johnsonburg Municipal Authority's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Contaminant 2015, Mercury. 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 Johnsonburg Municipal Authority serve?
Johnsonburg Municipal Authority serves approximately 2,413 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Johnsonburg Municipal Authority's water source?
Johnsonburg Municipal Authority draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Johnsonburg Municipal Authority's service area?
The Johnsonburg Municipal Authority service area has a median household income of $65,000. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Johnsonburg Municipal Authority get its water?
Johnsonburg Municipal 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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Johnsonburg Municipal Authority (PA): 3 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa6240007/
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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 โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Johnsonburg Municipal Authority (EPA ID: PA6240007) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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