Duncannon Muni Water
EPA ID: PA7500019 ยท 2,000 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Duncannon Muni Water (PA7500019): 4 past health-based violations, since resolved. Beyond the 50 historical violations on Duncannon Muni Water's EPA record, nothing remains open - the utility is currently compliant and supplies water to 2,000 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Duncannon Muni Water Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Duncannon Muni Water serves a community with a median household income of $75,307 and an estimated 8,625 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
๐ง Where Does Your Water Come From?
Duncannon Muni Water'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Duncannon Muni Water compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Contaminant 2015 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Atrazine at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Lead at 3 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.
Contaminant 2110 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Contaminant 2015 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
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System Overview
Duncannon Muni Water (EPA ID: PA7500019) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 2,000 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 17020 in Duncannon.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 50 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2005 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2010 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2015 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2020 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2032 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2042 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2051 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2065 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2067 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2274 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2383 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2959 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2031 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2040 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2041 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2105 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2110 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2326 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2005 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 4 | Yes |
| Lead | Inorganic | 3 | No |
| Copper | Inorganic | 3 | No |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Barium | Inorganic | 2 | Yes |
| Contaminant 2005 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2010 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2015 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2020 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2032 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2042 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2051 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2065 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2067 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2274 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.301 mg/L | Yes | N/A |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
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 $20โ$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ$400
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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.
- 17020 - Duncannon
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Duncannon Muni Water (PA7500019) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Duncannon Muni Water water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Duncannon Muni Water; its 50 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Duncannon Muni Water serve?
Duncannon Muni Water serves approximately 2,000 people across 1 ZIP code in Pennsylvania.
Where does Duncannon Muni Water get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Duncannon Muni Water (PA): 4 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/pa7500019/
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What You Can Do
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