Water System Report PA

Mckean Twp Waterworks

EPA ID: PA6250096 · 1,048 people served · 28 ZIP codes

Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Mckean Twp Waterworks stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 1,048 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

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

1,048
People Served
28
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mckean Twp Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$52,361
Median Household Income
179,893
Service Area Population
35%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
69th
Energy Burden Percentile
83%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mckean Twp Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $52,361 and an estimated 179,893 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 35% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Mckean Twp Waterworks'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
69th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 69th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,300

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

Mckean Twp Waterworks (EPA ID: PA6250096) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 1,048 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 28 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mckean Twp Waterworks (PA6250096) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mckean Twp Waterworks water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Mckean Twp Waterworks has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Mckean Twp Waterworks serve?

Mckean Twp Waterworks serves approximately 1,048 people across 28 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Mckean Twp Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
0
Unknown Material
376
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
Population served: 1,048
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

Should I use a water filter?
Mckean Twp Waterworks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mckean Twp Waterworks serve?
Mckean Twp Waterworks serves approximately 1,048 people with drinking water across 28 ZIP codes.
What is Mckean Twp Waterworks's water source?
Mckean Twp Waterworks draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mckean Twp Waterworks's service area?
The Mckean Twp Waterworks service area has a median household income of $52,361. EPA EJScreen data classifies 35% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Mckean Twp Waterworks get its water?
Mckean Twp Waterworks'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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