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AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 19,500 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA5040008
Violations
105

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.009 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

7

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

1

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: February 1, 2025 – February 28, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: February 1, 2025 – February 28, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report

When: July 1, 2023 – December 4, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway

Understanding violation severity

Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly

Frequently Asked Questions About AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH

Is AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH water safe to drink?

AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 105 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH detected?

69 contaminants were tested in AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH have any EPA violations?

Yes, AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH has 105 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, TT, Other. 11 are health-based violations.

How many people does AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH serve?

AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH serves approximately 19,500 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH provide?

AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is PA5040008.

How does AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

AMBRIDGE WATER AUTH scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Pennsylvania state page for a full comparison of water systems.