C42/100
OIL CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,608 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
PA6610023
Violations
47
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 OIL CITY
Is OIL CITY water safe to drink?
OIL CITY water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 47 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has OIL CITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in OIL CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OIL CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, OIL CITY has 47 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does OIL CITY serve?
OIL CITY serves approximately 9,608 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does OIL CITY provide?
OIL CITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is PA6610023.
How does OIL CITY compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
OIL CITY scores 42/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Pennsylvania state page for a full comparison of water systems.