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F17/100

PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 36,960 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA1150106
Violations
53

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
chlorate
260.00 µg/L—Above Goal
Lead (90th percentile)
0.002 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: August 1, 2023 – January 24, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Missed required monitoring deadline

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: August 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: 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: May 1, 2023 – May 31, 2023Rule: Stage 1 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: May 1, 2023 – May 31, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: 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 PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE

Is PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE water safe to drink?

PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE water receives a grade of F (17/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 53 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE detected?

69 contaminants were tested in PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE have any EPA violations?

Yes, PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE has 53 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include RPT, MR, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.

How many people does PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE serve?

PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE serves approximately 36,960 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE provide?

PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE 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 PA1150106.

How does PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

PA AMERICAN COATESVILLE scores 17/100 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.