F19/100
AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,100 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
PA3060018
Violations
42
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.54 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
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: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – August 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 AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS
Is AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS water safe to drink?
AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS water receives a grade of F (19/100), which is considered failing. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 42 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS have any EPA violations?
Yes, AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS has 42 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS serve?
AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS serves approximately 5,100 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS provide?
AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is PA3060018.
How does AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
AQUA PA FLYING HILLS WA SYS scores 19/100 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.