ZIP Code 15868 Water Quality & Testing Report
Weedville, PA · Elk County County · Updated for 2026
Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 15868 (Weedville, PA)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 15868 (Weedville, PA) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of D (50/100) due to 3 health violation(s) and 17.2 ppb lead. While treated by Jay Twp Water Authority, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Poor — Multiple violations recorded
Health Violations
3
Total Violations
48
Lead Risk
Very High
Contaminants
3
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 1 unresolved violation. Contact Jay Twp Water Authority for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 15868
Tap water in ZIP code 15868 (Weedville, PA) is distributed by Jay Twp Water Authority (EPA ID: PA6240005), serving approximately 1,131 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of D with a composite quality score of 50/100.
Water System
Jay Twp Water Authority
EPA ID: PA6240005
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
1,131 residents
County
Elk County County, Pennsylvania
Lead Levels in ZIP 15868
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 17.2 ppb — EXCEEDS EPA Action Level
Lead exposure risk in 15868 is rated Very High. EPA models estimate a 83% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 15868 is Moderately Hard (61 mg/L / 3.6 GPG). It contains beneficial natural minerals like calcium and magnesium without causing heavy scale accumulation.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: Jay Twp Water Authority · PWSID: PA6240005
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
Jay Twp Water Authority has recorded 3 health-based violations out of 48 total violations over the past 5 years. 1 violation remains unresolved in EPA tracking records.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Critical based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 3 contaminants with health-based violations in the past 5 years: E. coli, Contaminant 0700, Stage 1 DBP Rule.
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Surface Water
This system draws water from lakes, rivers, or reservoirs. Surface water is treated to remove sediment, microorganisms, and chemical contaminants before reaching taps.
Moderate potential
Estimated annual flood-related costs per property
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 2 — moderate radon potential. The EPA recommends testing your home regardless of zone designation.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 15868
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 15868 served by Jay Twp Water Authority can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 15868 Recommendations
Serious water quality concerns — action recommended
- 🚨 Install a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 (reverse osmosis) filter immediately for drinking and cooking
- 🚨 Do not give unfiltered water to children, pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals
- 🚨 Contact Jay Twp Water Authority to request the current violation status and corrective action plan
- 🚨 Report concerns to your state environmental agency or call the EPA hotline: 1-800-426-4791
- 🚨 Consider having your home's tap water independently tested by a certified lab
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Certified to remove lead. Recommended for immediate protection.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Reverse Osmosis system certified to remove PFAS, heavy metals, and viruses.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 15868 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 15868 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by Jay Twp Water Authority. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →