F16/100
SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,150 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
PA3060100
Violations
61
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
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: April 1, 2023 – April 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: April 1, 2022 – April 30, 2022Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – September 23, 2021Enforcement: 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 SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS
Is SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS water safe to drink?
SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS water receives a grade of F (16/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 61 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS has 61 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, Other, TT. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS serve?
SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS serves approximately 2,150 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS provide?
SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is PA3060100.
How does SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
SHOEMAKERSVILLE BORO WATER SYS scores 16/100 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.