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LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 47,693 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA3390073
Violations
79

Contaminant Test Results

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

EPA Violation History

9

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Monitoring violation

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

When: July 11, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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, 2024 – March 31, 2024Enforcement: 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, 2024 – March 31, 2024Enforcement: 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: June 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: 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: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: 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: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: 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: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: 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: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved

Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report

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

When: August 1, 2021 – August 31, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify 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 LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION

Is LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION water safe to drink?

LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION water receives a grade of F (2/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 79 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION detected?

76 contaminants were tested in LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION have any EPA violations?

Yes, LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION has 79 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.

How many people does LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION serve?

LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION serves approximately 47,693 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION provide?

LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is PA3390073.

How does LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

LCA WLSA CENTRAL DIVISION scores 2/100 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.