Water System Report PA

Warwick Twp Lititz Sys

EPA ID: PA7360116 · 8,561 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Warwick Twp Lititz Sys has stayed completely violation-free for its 8,561 residents.

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

8,561
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$321K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 6 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Warwick Twp Lititz Sys Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$88,919
Median Household Income
56,778
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Warwick Twp Lititz Sys serves a community with a median household income of $88,919 and an estimated 56,778 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Warwick Twp Lititz Sys'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
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Lancaster 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 14 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Pennsylvania

D 3 violations
C 39 violations
D 5 violations
0 violations
C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $3,450

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,450 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Warwick Twp Lititz Sys (EPA ID: PA7360116) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 8,561 people from surface water sources.

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

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

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 Warwick Twp Lititz Sys (PA7360116) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Warwick Twp Lititz Sys water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Warwick Twp Lititz Sys serve?

Warwick Twp Lititz Sys serves approximately 8,561 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Warwick Twp Lititz Sys get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
7
Latest sample
10/22/2025
Highest analyte
PFBS: 5.5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 5.5 ppt
PFPeA 3.8 ppt
PFHxA 3.3 ppt

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Warwick Twp Lititz Sys meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Warwick Twp Lititz Sys serve?
Warwick Twp Lititz Sys serves approximately 8,561 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Warwick Twp Lititz Sys's water source?
Warwick Twp Lititz Sys draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Warwick Twp Lititz Sys's service area?
The Warwick Twp Lititz Sys service area has a median household income of $88,919. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Warwick Twp Lititz Sys get its water?
Warwick Twp Lititz Sys'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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