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ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 19,000 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA7360124
Violations
120

Contaminant Test Results

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

EPA Violation History

6

Violations (last 5yr)

1

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Violation related to Nitrate

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

When: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Missed required monitoring deadline

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

When: January 1, 2025 – January 31, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: 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: November 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report

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

When: November 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

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

When: November 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Total Coliform 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: July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER

Is ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER water safe to drink?

ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 120 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER detected?

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

Does ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER have any EPA violations?

Yes, ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER has 120 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.

How many people does ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER serve?

ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER serves approximately 19,000 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER provide?

ELIZABETHTOWN AREA 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 PA7360124.

How does ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

ELIZABETHTOWN AREA WATER 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.