A94/100
PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,600 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA6160001
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 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 AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION
Is PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION water safe to drink?
PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION water receives a grade of A (94/100), 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 AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION have any EPA violations?
Yes, PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR.
How many people does PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION serve?
PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION serves approximately 16,600 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION provide?
PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION 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 PA6160001.
How does PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION scores 94/100 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.