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SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 31,850 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA3540038
Violations
83

Contaminant Test Results

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

EPA Violation History

7

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

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: March 1, 2023 – March 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: February 1, 2023 – February 28, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

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

When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

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

When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

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

When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

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

When: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

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

When: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: 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 SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH

Is SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH water safe to drink?

SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 83 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH detected?

70 contaminants were tested in SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH have any EPA violations?

Yes, SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH has 83 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, TT, RPT. 6 are health-based violations.

How many people does SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH serve?

SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH serves approximately 31,850 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH provide?

SCHUYLKILL CO MUN 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 PA3540038.

How does SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

SCHUYLKILL CO MUN AUTH 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.