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OXFORD BOROUGH — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 5,280 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA1150066
Violations
137

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
PFOA
0.004 µg/L0.004 µg/LOver Limit

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

1

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: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: 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: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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: March 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: 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: July 1, 2021 – July 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 OXFORD BOROUGH

Is OXFORD BOROUGH water safe to drink?

OXFORD BOROUGH water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 137 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has OXFORD BOROUGH detected?

38 contaminants were tested in OXFORD BOROUGH's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does OXFORD BOROUGH have any EPA violations?

Yes, OXFORD BOROUGH has 137 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MON, Other. 1 are health-based violations.

How many people does OXFORD BOROUGH serve?

OXFORD BOROUGH serves approximately 5,280 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does OXFORD BOROUGH provide?

OXFORD BOROUGH 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 PA1150066.

How does OXFORD BOROUGH compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

OXFORD BOROUGH 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.