B73/100
VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,500 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
PA6200072
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.43 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY
Is VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of B (73/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY detected?
2 contaminants were tested in VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY serve?
VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 1,500 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY provide?
VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is PA6200072.
How does VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
VERNON TWP WATER AUTHORITY scores 73/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Pennsylvania state page for a full comparison of water systems.