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MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 2,420 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
—
System ID
PA2520046
Violations
65

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Copper (90th percentile)
1.61 mg/L1.30 mg/LOver Limit
Lead (90th percentile)
0.011 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

7

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

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: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: 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: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Missed required monitoring deadline

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

When: August 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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, 2023 – May 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform 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: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: 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: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 – November 1, 2023Enforcement: 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 MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY

Is MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?

MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of F (16/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 65 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY detected?

2 contaminants were tested in MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?

Yes, MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY has 65 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, MON, TT. 2 are health-based violations.

How many people does MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY serve?

MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 2,420 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY provide?

MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is PA2520046.

How does MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

MILFORD WATER AUTHORITY scores 16/100 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.