F0/100
PAW PENN DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 28,508 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
PA3060069
Violations
76
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.016 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFHxS | 0.010 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
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 PAW PENN DISTRICT
Is PAW PENN DISTRICT water safe to drink?
PAW PENN DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 76 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PAW PENN DISTRICT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in PAW PENN DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, PFHxS, Lead (90th percentile). 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PAW PENN DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PAW PENN DISTRICT has 76 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does PAW PENN DISTRICT serve?
PAW PENN DISTRICT serves approximately 28,508 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does PAW PENN DISTRICT provide?
PAW PENN DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is PA3060069.
How does PAW PENN DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
PAW PENN DISTRICT 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.