Historical Compliance Records PA 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Ridgway Borough Water System

EPA ID: PA6240012 ยท 4,700 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Ridgway Borough Water System (PA6240012): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. In the five-year tracking period, Ridgway Borough Water System filed 15 violations - each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 4,700 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 67
Avg Safety Score
4,700
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
15
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0077 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
11
Contaminants Flagged
$108K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Ridgway Borough Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$60,380
Median Household Income
6,330
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
88%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Ridgway Borough Water System serves a community with a median household income of $60,380 and an estimated 6,330 residents across its service area. Approximately 88% 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

Ridgway Borough Water System'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

69 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 Ridgway Borough Water System compares to EPA limits

Cadmium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Chromium 1 mg/L (total chromium; California Cr-6 MCL = 0.010 mg/L) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.1 mg/L (total chromium; California Cr-6 MCL = 0.010 mg/L)
Stomach & intestinal cancer (known carcinogen)

What This Means For You

Cadmium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Chromium at 1 mg/L (total chromium; California Cr-6 MCL = 0.010 mg/L) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.1 mg/L (total chromium; California Cr-6 MCL = 0.010 mg/L). Stomach & intestinal cancer (known carcinogen). Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Cadmium was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania

Shrewsbury Borough
4,727 people
F 5 violations
7 violations
F 3 violations
D 5 violations
6 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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 $2,500 (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

Ridgway Borough Water System (EPA ID: PA6240012) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 4,700 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 15853 in Ridgway.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 15 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 14 resolved, 1 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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
October 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2022 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2022 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
January 23, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Cadmium Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Chromium Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Fluoride Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Nitrite Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Contaminant 1036 Non-health-based Resolved
December 13, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
December 13, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Chlorite Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report 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
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 2 No
Cadmium Inorganic 1 No
Chromium Inorganic 1 No
Fluoride Inorganic 1 No
Nitrite Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1036 Other Violation 1 No
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0077 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.

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

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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 Ridgway Borough Water System (PA6240012) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ridgway Borough Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Ridgway Borough Water System; its 15 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Ridgway Borough Water System serve?

Ridgway Borough Water System serves approximately 4,700 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.

Where does Ridgway Borough Water System get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

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†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Ridgway Borough Water System safe to drink?
Ridgway Borough Water System has a C safety grade based on 15 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Ridgway Borough Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Cadmium, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Chromium. 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 Ridgway Borough Water System serve?
Ridgway Borough Water System serves approximately 4,700 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Ridgway Borough Water System's water source?
Ridgway Borough Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Ridgway Borough Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0077 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Ridgway Borough Water System's service area?
The Ridgway Borough Water System service area has a median household income of $60,380. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Ridgway Borough Water System get its water?
Ridgway Borough Water System'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.). Ridgway Borough Water System (PA): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa6240012/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Ridgway Borough Water System (EPA ID: PA6240012) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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