F2/100
WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,430 people · Pennsylvania
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
PA7360141
Violations
87
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.38 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2023 – June 26, 2024Enforcement: 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, 2022 – October 31, 2022Rule: Stage 1 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 WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH
Is WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH water safe to drink?
WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH water receives a grade of F (2/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 87 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH detected?
2 contaminants were tested in WEST COCALICO TWP WATER 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 WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH have any EPA violations?
Yes, WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH has 87 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MON.
How many people does WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH serve?
WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH serves approximately 2,430 people, Pennsylvania.
What type of water does WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH provide?
WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is PA7360141.
How does WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH compare to other utilities in Pennsylvania?
WEST COCALICO TWP WATER AUTH scores 2/100 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.