Water System Report PA

West Cornwall Township Ma

EPA ID: PA7380031 ยท 900 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for West Cornwall Township Ma (PA7380031): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for West Cornwall Township Ma shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 900 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

900
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$291K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Cornwall Township Ma Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$99,866
Median Household Income
40,364
Service Area Population
23%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Cornwall Township Ma serves a community with a median household income of $99,866 and an estimated 40,364 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

West Cornwall Township Ma'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

94 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 98% 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. 5 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $2,670
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $300
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $4,920

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 $4,920 (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

West Cornwall Township Ma (EPA ID: PA7380031) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 900 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

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.

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 West Cornwall Township Ma (PA7380031) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Cornwall Township Ma water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for West Cornwall Township Ma in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does West Cornwall Township Ma serve?

West Cornwall Township Ma serves approximately 900 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does West Cornwall Township Ma get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
West Cornwall Township Ma meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does West Cornwall Township Ma serve?
West Cornwall Township Ma serves approximately 900 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is West Cornwall Township Ma's water source?
West Cornwall Township Ma draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of West Cornwall Township Ma's service area?
The West Cornwall Township Ma service area has a median household income of $99,866. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does West Cornwall Township Ma get its water?
West Cornwall Township Ma'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.

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