Is Avis, PA Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Avis, PA tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Avis Get Its Water?
Water in Avis, PA is provided by 1 public water system: JERSEY SHORE AREA JNT WAT AUTH.
How Is Avis Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using chloramines. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration).
What's in Avis Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Avis public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.007 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Avis
Current EPA monitoring data for Avis shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
Best Filters for PFAS Water Profile
PFAS compounds are detected in this water supply. A reverse osmosis (RO) system or an activated-carbon filter specifically certified under NSF/ANSI P473 is required for reliable PFAS reduction. Standard pitcher and faucet filters without P473 certification do not remove PFAS.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avis Tap Water
Is Avis tap water safe to drink?
Avis tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Avis tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Avis water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, HFPO-DA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Avis get its drinking water?
Avis receives water from one public water system, including JERSEY SHORE AREA JNT WAT AUTH.
Do I need a water filter in Avis?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Avis. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Avis tap water tested?
Public water systems in Avis are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-09-22.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Avis
- 17721 - Avis tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Avis, PA
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- APPALACHIAN UTILITIES INCNo recent federal sampling
Also covers / overlaps with
- Pine Creek, PA · Township