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PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 2,711 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
PA3540037
Violations
23

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Copper (90th percentile)
1.52 mg/L1.30 mg/LOver Limit
Lead (90th percentile)
0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

5

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report

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

When: May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report

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

When: November 1, 2023 – November 30, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report

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

When: February 1, 2023 – February 28, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved

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: September 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPRVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

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: August 1, 2021 – August 31, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPRVerify on EPA.gov

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 PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM

Is PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?

PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 23 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM detected?

2 contaminants were tested in PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?

Yes, PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, TT, Other. 3 are health-based violations.

How many people does PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM serve?

PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 2,711 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM provide?

PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is PA3540037.

How does PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

PINE GROVE BORO WATER SYSTEM scores 54/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Pennsylvania state page for a full comparison of water systems.