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LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 118,000 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA3390024
Violations
15

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
PFOS
0.004 µg/L0.004 µg/LOver Limit
Lead (90th percentile)
0.007 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

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: September 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence 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: September 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: 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: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: 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 LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION

Is LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION water safe to drink?

LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION detected?

76 contaminants were tested in LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION have any EPA violations?

Yes, LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, RPT, Other. 1 are health-based violations.

How many people does LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION serve?

LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION serves approximately 118,000 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION provide?

LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION 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 PA3390024.

How does LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION scores 70/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Pennsylvania state page for a full comparison of water systems.