16157
Big Beaver, PA
Lawrence County · Pittsburgh, PA metro area
BOROUGH OF WAMPUM WATER DEPT

Is tap water in New Beaver (16157) safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: November 2024
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data. Last tested November 2024.
Cities:
CDP:
Townships:
  • Shenango, PA
  • Wayne, PA
  • North Beaver, PA

The short answer for New Beaver (16157)

Big Beaver tap water has 4 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFBS at 3.9× the limit (tested October 2024). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Big Beaver

PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
  • lithium, PFBS, PFPeA above limit.
PFBS concentration (µg/L) October 2024
0 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 0.02 µg/L
0.012 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.003 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
287% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.003 µg/L | Your water: 0.012 µg/L
Certified Filters for Big Beaver Tap Water

PFBS (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFBS
Tested: October 2024 · Ellwood - New Beaver WTP		 0.012 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 287% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: October 2024 · Ellwood - New Beaver WTP		 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 93% above limit
lithium
Tested: October 2024 · Ellwood - New Beaver WTP		 13.100 µg/L 10 µg/L 31% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: November 2024 · New Castle TP		 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 3% above limit
View all tested compounds

Ellwood - New Beaver WTP · Tested: October 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFBS 0.012 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 287% above limit
PFPeA 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 93% above limit
lithium 13.100 µg/L 10 µg/L 31% above limit
PFHxA 0.005 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% of limit
PFBA 0.009 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% of limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

New Castle TP · Tested: November 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 3% above limit
PFHxA 0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.1% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Water utilities serving ZIP 16157

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 16157 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 16157?

ZIP 16157 has 4 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including PFBS at 3.9x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 16157 tap water remove PFBS?

No. Boiling does not remove PFAS, and the compounds can actually become more concentrated as water evaporates. To reduce PFAS at home, use a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis).

Do basic pitcher filters remove PFBS?

Most basic pitcher filters are only certified to NSF/ANSI 42 or 53, which do not cover PFAS. Look for a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis) on the spec sheet.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 16157?

Public records identify BOROUGH OF WAMPUM WATER DEPT as a primary water system associated with ZIP 16157. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 16157 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is November 2024. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 16157?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact BOROUGH OF WAMPUM WATER DEPT or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 16157. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFBS: 0,003 µg/L)
Last tested November 2024
Last page update 2026-05-05

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