F0/100
MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,500 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA5300015
Violations
39
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
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: May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Coliform (pre-2016 TCR)
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – October 2, 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 MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH
Is MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH water safe to drink?
MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 39 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH have any EPA violations?
Yes, MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 19 are health-based violations.
How many people does MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH serve?
MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH serves approximately 1,500 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH provide?
MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH 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 PA5300015.
How does MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE AUTH compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
MT MORRIS WATER & SEWAGE 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.