A91/100
PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 43,279 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA6370034
Violations
2
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 2017.
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 NEW CASTLE
Is PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE water safe to drink?
PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE have any EPA violations?
Yes, PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE serve?
PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE serves approximately 43,279 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE provide?
PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE 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 PA6370034.
How does PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE scores 91/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Pennsylvania state page for a full comparison of water systems.