B75/100
PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 134,570 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA2359008
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 2311.80 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 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 PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON
Is PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON water safe to drink?
PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON detected?
76 contaminants were tested in PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR.
How many people does PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON serve?
PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON serves approximately 134,570 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON provide?
PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON 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 PA2359008.
How does PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
PA AMER WATER CO LAKE SCRANTON scores 75/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Pennsylvania state page for a full comparison of water systems.