F3/100
POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 36,000 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA1460037
Violations
58
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
5
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: October 25, 2023 – February 2, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: September 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 10, 2023 – April 13, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: November 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: 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 POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH
Is POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH water safe to drink?
POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH water receives a grade of F (3/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 58 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH detected?
76 contaminants were tested in POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH have any EPA violations?
Yes, POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH has 58 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, TT, MON. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH serve?
POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH serves approximately 36,000 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH provide?
POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH 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 PA1460037.
How does POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
POTTSTOWN BOROUGH WATER AUTH scores 3/100 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.