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SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 1,374 people · Pennsylvania

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
PA4560057
Violations
44

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.016 mg/L0.015 mg/LOver Limit

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

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

When: October 1, 2023 – October 31, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: 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: October 1, 2023 – October 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: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 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: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS

Is SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS water safe to drink?

SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS water receives a grade of C (48/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 44 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS detected?

1 contaminants were tested in SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS have any EPA violations?

Yes, SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS has 44 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, RPT.

How many people does SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS serve?

SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS serves approximately 1,374 people, Pennsylvania.

What type of water does SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS provide?

SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is PA4560057.

How does SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?

SOMERSET TWP M A FRIEDENS scores 48/100 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.