Health Violations Found PA 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Loysville Youth Dev Ctr

EPA ID: PA7500031 · 249 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal data shows 5 unresolved violations at Loysville Youth Dev Ctr — roughly 249 residents in the service area.

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

D · 44
Avg Safety Score
249
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
55
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0485 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
10
Contaminants Flagged
$239K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 2 (2025) to 1 (2026). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Loysville Youth Dev Ctr Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$73,129
Median Household Income
4,177
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Loysville Youth Dev Ctr serves a community with a median household income of $73,129 and an estimated 4,177 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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

Loysville Youth Dev Ctr'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Perry 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

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Loysville Youth Dev Ctr compares to EPA limits

Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
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

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 0700 at 24 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 20 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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.

Chlorodibromomethane 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

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $2,010
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $4,560

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$10,280
10 years
$20,560
20 years
$41,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,560 (one-time) vs. $20,560 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

LOYSVILLE YOUTH DEV CTR (EPA ID: PA7500031) is a community water system in Pennsylvania that serves approximately 249 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (44/100)

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

Violation History

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 5 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 13, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
August 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Chlorodibromomethane Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring 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 24 Yes
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 20 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
Total Organic Carbon Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Copper Inorganic 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Radium-228 Radionuclides 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
17047 0.0485 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

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 Loysville Youth Dev Ctr (PA7500031) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Loysville Youth Dev Ctr water safe to drink?

Loysville Youth Dev Ctr has recorded 2 health-based violations 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 Loysville Youth Dev Ctr serve?

Loysville Youth Dev Ctr serves approximately 249 people across 2 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Where does Loysville Youth Dev Ctr 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
20
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 1996-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 249
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 Loysville Youth Dev Ctr safe to drink?
Loysville Youth Dev Ctr has a D safety grade based on 55 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Loysville Youth Dev Ctr's water?
Detected contaminants include Chlorodibromomethane, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Contaminant 0700, Revised Total Coliform Rule. 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 Loysville Youth Dev Ctr serve?
Loysville Youth Dev Ctr serves approximately 249 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Loysville Youth Dev Ctr's water source?
Loysville Youth Dev Ctr draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Loysville Youth Dev Ctr's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0485 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of Loysville Youth Dev Ctr's service area?
The Loysville Youth Dev Ctr service area has a median household income of $73,129. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Loysville Youth Dev Ctr get its water?
Loysville Youth Dev Ctr'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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