F0/100
EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,000 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
PA3390032
Violations
120
Contaminant Test Results
6 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.101 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFNA | 0.071 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFHxS | 0.025 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.017 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
1,4-dioxane | 0.480 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: June 10, 2024 – July 29, 2024Rule: Total Coliform 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: May 1, 2024 – May 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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.
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.
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 EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER
Is EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER water safe to drink?
EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 4 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 EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER detected?
73 contaminants were tested in EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFNA, PFOA, PFHxS, Lead (90th percentile). 4 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 6 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER has 120 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, MON, MR. 16 are health-based violations.
How many people does EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER serve?
EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER serves approximately 14,000 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER provide?
EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is PA3390032.
How does EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC WATER compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
EMMAUS BOROUGH PUBLIC 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.