Historical Compliance Records PA 6 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Reynolds Water Company

EPA ID: PA6430057 ยท 2,370 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Reynolds Water Company (PA6430057): 6 past health-based violations, since resolved. Although 24 violations appeared on Reynolds Water Company's record, all have been remedied - currently compliant, 2,370 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,370
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
24
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
7
Contaminants Flagged
$147K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Reynolds Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,646
Median Household Income
19,439
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Reynolds Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $63,646 and an estimated 19,439 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% 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

Reynolds Water Company'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 86% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Reynolds Water Company compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 9 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Selenium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.05 mg/L
Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage
Chlorite 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 9 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 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Selenium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.05 mg/L. Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Chlorite at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.014 ppt, PFOS: 0.018 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 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 PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $600
Water Filtration $450
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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 Property Value Decline $7,328

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$11,330
10 years
$22,660
20 years
$45,320

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,700 (one-time) vs. $22,660 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

Reynolds Water Company (EPA ID: PA6430057) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 2,370 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 24 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 23 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
February 3, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2026 Chlorite Non-health-based Archived
December 1, 2025 Chlorite Non-health-based Resolved
October 30, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 21, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
May 8, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
March 1, 2025 Chlorite Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
November 10, 2022 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
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 9 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 4 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
Selenium Inorganic 1 No
E. coli Microbiological 1 No
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 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 Reynolds Water Company (PA6430057) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reynolds Water Company water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Reynolds Water Company; its 24 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Reynolds Water Company serve?

Reynolds Water Company serves approximately 2,370 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Reynolds Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Reynolds Water Company's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Selenium, Lead and Copper Rule. 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 Reynolds Water Company serve?
Reynolds Water Company serves approximately 2,370 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Reynolds Water Company's water source?
Reynolds Water Company draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Reynolds Water Company's service area?
The Reynolds Water Company service area has a median household income of $63,646. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Reynolds Water Company get its water?
Reynolds Water Company'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

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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

Reynolds Water Company (EPA ID: PA6430057) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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