Is Fort Washington, PA Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Fort Washington tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 2 of 2 ZIP codes show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for PFOA. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.
Where Does Fort Washington Get Its Water?
Water in Fort Washington, PA is provided by 4 public water systems: AMBLER BORO WATER DEPT, NORTH WALES WATER AUTHORITY, AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEM and AQUA PA WEST CHESTER.
How Is Fort Washington Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and calcium hypochlorite and chloramines. Treatment includes air stripping, conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), granular activated carbon filtration, groundwater disinfection, ion exchange and post-ozone biofiltration.
What's in Fort Washington Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Fort Washington public water systems. 2 of 2 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFOA | 0.0153 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Above guideline |
| PFPeA | 0.0136 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Above guideline |
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Fort Washington
Based on EPA monitoring data, 2 of 2 ZIP codes in Fort Washington 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fort Washington Tap Water
Is Fort Washington tap water safe to drink?
Fort Washington tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 2 of 2 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 Fort Washington tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Fort Washington water systems include: PFOA, PFPeA, lithium. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Fort Washington get its drinking water?
Fort Washington receives water from 4 public water systems, including AMBLER BORO WATER DEPT.
Do I need a water filter in Fort Washington?
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 Fort Washington tap water tested?
Public water systems in Fort Washington 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 2025-05-14.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Fort Washington
- 19025 - Dresher, Fort Washington tap water report Higher concern
- 19034 - Whitemarsh, Fort Washington tap water report Higher concern
Water utilities serving Fort Washington, 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.
- AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEMAction advised
- NORTH WALES WATER AUTHORITYAction advised
Also covers / overlaps with
- Upper Dublin, PA · Township
- Dresher, PA · Community
- Whitemarsh, PA · Township