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CAPITAL REGION WATER — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 66,540 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA7220049
Violations
54

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

6

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

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

When: January 1, 2023 – January 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform 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 – November 14, 2023Enforcement: 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: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: 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: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved

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: August 1, 2021 – August 31, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPRVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

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

When: August 1, 2021 – August 31, 2021Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleVerify on EPA.gov

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 CAPITAL REGION WATER

Is CAPITAL REGION WATER water safe to drink?

CAPITAL REGION WATER water receives a grade of D (30/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 54 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has CAPITAL REGION WATER detected?

69 contaminants were tested in CAPITAL REGION WATER's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does CAPITAL REGION WATER have any EPA violations?

Yes, CAPITAL REGION WATER has 54 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MON, MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.

How many people does CAPITAL REGION WATER serve?

CAPITAL REGION WATER serves approximately 66,540 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does CAPITAL REGION WATER provide?

CAPITAL REGION WATER 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 PA7220049.

How does CAPITAL REGION WATER compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

CAPITAL REGION WATER scores 30/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Pennsylvania state page for a full comparison of water systems.