C47/100
GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,600 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
PA6610020
Violations
29
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
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: February 1, 2024 – February 29, 2024Rule: 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
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
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: July 1, 2021 – July 31, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: 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 GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN
Is GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN water safe to drink?
GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 29 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN detected?
46 contaminants were tested in GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN have any EPA violations?
Yes, GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN has 29 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, TT, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN serve?
GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN serves approximately 8,600 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN provide?
GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is PA6610020.
How does GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
GENERAL AUTHORITY OF FRANKLIN scores 47/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Pennsylvania state page for a full comparison of water systems.