ZIP Code 15928 Water Quality & Testing Report
Davidsville, PA · Somerset County County · Updated for 2026
Compiled & verified by Sahajul Haque from official EPA SDWIS recordsIs Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 15928 (Davidsville, PA)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 15928 (Davidsville, PA) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of C (69/100) due to 0 health violation(s) and 4.4 ppb lead. While treated by Conemaugh Twp Muni Authority, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Fair — Some compliance concerns
Health Violations
0
Total Violations
30
Lead Risk
High
Contaminants
0
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 0 unresolved violation. Contact Conemaugh Twp Muni Authority for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 15928
Tap water in ZIP code 15928 (Davidsville, PA) is distributed by Conemaugh Twp Muni Authority (EPA ID: PA4560048), serving approximately 7,800 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of C with a composite quality score of 69/100.
Water System
Conemaugh Twp Muni Authority
EPA ID: PA4560048
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
7,800 residents
County
Somerset County County, Pennsylvania
Lead Levels in ZIP 15928
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 4.4 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 15928 is rated High. EPA models estimate a 53% 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 15928 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: Conemaugh Twp Muni Authority · PWSID: PA4560048
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
Conemaugh Twp Muni Authority has recorded 30 violations, but none are health-based (e.g., administrative or monitoring infractions).
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Low based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
No health-based contaminant violations are on record for ZIP code 15928 under the Safe Drinking Water Act.
⚖ 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 15928
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 15928 served by Conemaugh Twp Muni 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 15928 Recommendations
Some compliance concerns — take precautions
- ⚠ Use a certified NSF/ANSI 53 filter for drinking and cooking water if you have young children
- ⚠ Never give unfiltered tap water to infants in formula — use certified bottled or filtered water
- ⚠ Request a copy of the Consumer Confidence Report to see what was detected and when
- ⚠ Call the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline: 1-800-426-4791
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Specifically certified to reduce lead and copper at the tap.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Advanced filtration for PFAS, fluoride, nitrates, and organic chemicals.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 15928 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 15928 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 Conemaugh Twp Muni 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 →