Coudersport
PA

Is Coudersport, PA Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Coudersport tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 1 of 1 ZIP code show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for lithium. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.

1Water system
1ZIP codes
100%ZIPs above EPA guideline
Latest data2025-06-18

Where Does Coudersport Get Its Water?

Water in Coudersport, PA is provided by 1 public water system: COUDERSPORT BORO AUTHORITY.

How Is Coudersport Tap Water Treated?

Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine.

What's in Coudersport Tap Water?

The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Coudersport public water systems. 1 of 1 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.

ContaminantPeak detectedEPA guidelineZIPs detectedStatus
lithium 45.1 µg/L 10 µg/L 1 ZIP Above guideline
PFTrDA 0.007 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
11Cl-PF3OUdS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
8:2 FTS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
HFPO-DA 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline

Health Risk Profile for Coudersport

Based on EPA monitoring data, 1 of 1 ZIP codes in Coudersport have recorded detections above EPA health guidelines. Sensitive populations such as infants, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems may benefit from an additional layer of protection such as a certified point-of-use filter.

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.

Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
Under-sink RO system

8-stage tankless RO system certified to NSF/ANSI 58, reduces 1,000+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, arsenic, fluoride, and nitrates.

Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter

NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Coudersport Tap Water

Is Coudersport tap water safe to drink?

Coudersport tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 1 of 1 ZIP codes show contaminant levels above EPA health-based guidelines. A certified point-of-use filter adds an extra layer of protection.

What contaminants are in Coudersport tap water?

The most commonly detected contaminants in Coudersport water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 11Cl-PF3OUdS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.

Where does Coudersport get its drinking water?

Coudersport receives water from one public water system, including COUDERSPORT BORO AUTHORITY.

Do I need a water filter in Coudersport?

If your ZIP code is among those with detections above EPA health guidelines, choose a filter certified for the specific contaminants shown in your ZIP report. Reverse osmosis is generally the broadest option for PFAS, lithium, and many other dissolved contaminants.

How often is Coudersport tap water tested?

Public water systems in Coudersport 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 2025-06-18.

Tap water reports by ZIP in Coudersport

Water utilities serving Coudersport, 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.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline. Outlines appear when service-area boundary data is available for this ZIP.

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