F0/100
LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 63,007 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA1090026
Violations
143
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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 – November 17, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2021 – May 31, 2021Rule: Total Coliform 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 LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH
Is LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH water safe to drink?
LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 143 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH have any EPA violations?
Yes, LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH has 143 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, MON, RPT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH serve?
LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH serves approximately 63,007 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH provide?
LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH 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 PA1090026.
How does LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
LOWER BUCKS CO JOINT MUN AUTH 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.