Southern Cumberland Water Assn
EPA ID: PA7210053 · 400 people served · 1 ZIP code
Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Southern Cumberland Water Assn stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 400 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Southern Cumberland Water Assn Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Southern Cumberland Water Assn serves a community with a median household income of $71,504 and an estimated 29,116 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Southern Cumberland Water Assn'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.
About 1% of homes in Cumberland 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Southern Cumberland Water Assn (EPA ID: PA7210053) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 400 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 17257 in Shippensburg.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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.
- 17257 — Shippensburg
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Southern Cumberland Water Assn (PA7210053) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southern Cumberland Water Assn water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Southern Cumberland Water Assn has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Southern Cumberland Water Assn serve?
Southern Cumberland Water Assn serves approximately 400 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.
Where does Southern Cumberland Water Assn get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.