Monitoring Violations PA

Cornplanter Township

EPA ID: PA6610035 · 1,835 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Despite the 2 historical violations in its record, Cornplanter Township has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 1,835 residents.

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

C · 64
Avg Safety Score
1,835
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$125K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 74% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cornplanter Township Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$57,368
Median Household Income
18,804
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
67th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cornplanter Township serves a community with a median household income of $57,368 and an estimated 18,804 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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?

Groundwater

Cornplanter Township's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
27th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Venango 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.

Infrastructure Risk

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 88% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Cornplanter Township compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Contaminant 0700 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania

0 violations
0 violations
C 6 violations
D 3 violations
D 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

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

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Cornplanter Township (EPA ID: PA6610035) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 1,835 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (64/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High 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 $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

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 Cornplanter Township (PA6610035) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cornplanter Township water safe to drink?

Cornplanter Township has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Cornplanter Township serve?

Cornplanter Township serves approximately 1,835 people across 3 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Cornplanter Township get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
10
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
730
Confirmed Non-Lead

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
Latest tap sample on 1993-07-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 1,835
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

Is water from Cornplanter Township safe to drink?
Cornplanter Township has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Cornplanter Township's water?
Detected contaminants include Revised Total Coliform Rule, Contaminant 0700. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Cornplanter Township serve?
Cornplanter Township serves approximately 1,835 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Cornplanter Township's water source?
Cornplanter Township draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Cornplanter Township's service area?
The Cornplanter Township service area has a median household income of $57,368. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Cornplanter Township get its water?
Cornplanter Township's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

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 →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Cornplanter Township (EPA ID: PA6610035) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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