Health Violations Found PA 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Dry Run Water Assn

EPA ID: PA7280033 · 278 people served · 8 ZIP codes

Even though Dry Run Water Assn accumulated 7 violations over five years, all have been formally resolved — the provider currently meets EPA standards for 278 people.

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

D · 43
Avg Safety Score
278
People Served
8
ZIP Codes Served
7
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
5
Contaminants Flagged
$222K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Dry Run Water Assn Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$74,500
Median Household Income
2,700
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
51th
Poverty Percentile
64th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Dry Run Water Assn serves a community with a median household income of $74,500 and an estimated 2,700 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Dry Run 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
31th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
56th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Dry Run Water Assn compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Contaminant 0700 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2063 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $225
Water Filtration $38
Total Estimated Cost $1,463

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,463 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

DRY RUN WATER ASSN (EPA ID: PA7280033) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 278 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 8 ZIP codes across 8 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (43/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. All violations have been resolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 2063 Monitoring Resolved
September 13, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
March 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved

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 2 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 2 Yes
Contaminant 2063 Other Violation 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 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.

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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 Dry Run Water Assn (PA7280033) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dry Run Water Assn water safe to drink?

Dry Run Water Assn has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Dry Run Water Assn serve?

Dry Run Water Assn serves approximately 278 people across 8 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Dry Run Water Assn 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
27
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
43
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 1994-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 278
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 Dry Run Water Assn safe to drink?
Dry Run Water Assn has a D safety grade based on 7 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Dry Run Water Assn's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Revised Total Coliform Rule, Contaminant 0700, Contaminant 2063. 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 Dry Run Water Assn serve?
Dry Run Water Assn serves approximately 278 people with drinking water across 8 ZIP codes.
What is Dry Run Water Assn's water source?
Dry Run Water Assn draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Dry Run Water Assn's service area?
The Dry Run Water Assn service area has a median household income of $74,500. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Dry Run Water Assn get its water?
Dry Run 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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