19442
Kimberton, PA
Chester County · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area
PA AMERICAN ROYERSFORD
Is Kimberton tap water safe to drink?
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data. Last tested May 2025.
Township:
- East Pikeland, PA
Neighborhood:
- Kimberton
The short answer for Kimberton
Kimberton tap water has 49 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFOA at 3.8× the limit (tested February 2025). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.
The health risk for Kimberton
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, PFHpA, PFHxS, PFOA, PFOS, PFPeA above limit.
PFOA concentration (µg/L)
February 2025
0 µg/L
0.004 µg/L
0.02 µg/L
0.015 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.004 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
282% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.004 µg/L | Your water: 0.015 µg/L
Certified Filters for Kimberton Tap Water
PFOA (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 401 & P473Removes 99.99% PFASMade in USABPA-free
PFAS detected in 19442 · What you can do
Here's what actually removes PFAS from your water
The right filter eliminates PFAS at the tap. But not all filters do - and the type you choose matters for your home.
Common pitchers like Brita do not remove PFAS. You need a filter independently certified to NSF P473 (for pitcher filters) or NSF/ANSI 58 (for reverse osmosis systems). All three options below carry the relevant certification.
Certified PFAS filter types - how they differ
Certified Pitcher
Removes PFAS (99%+)
No installation, works today
Lowest upfront cost (~$70)
Must refill manually
Filters only what you pour in - not cooking water
Reverse Osmosis More complete
Removes PFAS + lead, arsenic, nitrates & more
Always-on - no refilling ever
Noticeably better tasting water
Filters drinking & cooking water automatically
Higher upfront cost ($200-$400)
Choose your option
Most elevated compounds
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFOA Tested: February 2025 · Well #9 Treatment |
0.015 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 282% above limit |
| PFPeA Tested: February 2025 · Loch Alsh Well #2 Treatment |
0.011 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 267% above limit |
| PFOA Tested: February 2025 · Loch Alsh Well #2 Treatment |
0.013 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 238% above limit |
| PFPeA Tested: February 2025 · Well #11 Treatment |
0.010 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 230% above limit |
| PFBS Tested: February 2025 · Loch Alsh Well #2 Treatment |
0.009 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 207% above limit |
View all tested compounds
Loch Alsh Well #6 Treatment · Tested: Multiple dates
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFOS | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 190% above limit |
| PFOA | 0.011 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 162% above limit |
| PFBS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 150% above limit |
| PFPeA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 60% above limit |
| PFHpA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 27% above limit |
| PFHxS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 7% above limit |
| lithium | 10.200 µg/L | 10 µg/L | 2% above limit |
| PFHxA | 0.005 µg/L | 3 µg/L | 0.2% of limit |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | 6 µg/L | 0.1% of 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 |
| PFHpS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 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 |
Loch Alsh Well #2 Treatment · Tested: Multiple dates
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFPeA | 0.011 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 267% above limit |
| PFOA | 0.013 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 238% above limit |
| PFBS | 0.009 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 207% above limit |
| PFOS | 0.011 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 185% above limit |
| PFHpA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 133% above limit |
| lithium | 11.900 µg/L | 10 µg/L | 19% above limit |
| PFHxS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 100% of limit |
| PFNA | 0.010 µg/L | 0.01 µg/L | 99% of limit |
| PFHxA | 0.010 µg/L | 3 µg/L | 0.3% of limit |
| PFBA | 0.008 µg/L | 6 µg/L | 0.1% of limit |
| HFPO-DA | <0.005 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 |
| PFHpS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 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 |
Loch Alsh Well #7 Treatment · Tested: Multiple dates
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFBS | 0.009 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 200% above limit |
| PFOA | 0.011 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 165% above limit |
| PFOS | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 123% above limit |
| PFPeA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 87% above limit |
| PFHpA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 67% above limit |
| PFHxS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 3% above limit |
| PFHxA | 0.006 µg/L | 3 µg/L | 0.2% of limit |
| lithium | <9.000 µg/L | 10 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 |
| PFDA | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFDoA | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFHpS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 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 |
Well #11 Treatment · Tested: Multiple dates
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFPeA | 0.010 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 230% above limit |
| PFOA | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 205% above limit |
| PFBS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 123% above limit |
| PFHpA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 123% above limit |
| PFOS | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 108% above limit |
| lithium | 14.100 µg/L | 10 µg/L | 41% above limit |
| PFHxS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 88% of limit |
| PFNA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.01 µg/L | 53% of limit |
| PFHxA | 0.009 µg/L | 3 µg/L | 0.3% of limit |
| PFBA | 0.006 µg/L | 6 µg/L | 0.1% of limit |
| HFPO-DA | <0.005 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 |
| PFHpS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 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 |
Well #12 Treatment · Tested: Multiple dates
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFPeA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 117% above limit |
| PFBS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 110% above limit |
| PFOA | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 105% above limit |
| PFHpA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 60% above limit |
| PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 47% above limit |
| lithium | 12.800 µg/L | 10 µg/L | 28% above limit |
| PFHxA | 0.005 µg/L | 3 µg/L | 0.2% 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 |
| 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 |
| PFDA | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFDoA | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFHpS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 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 |
Well #14 Treatment · Tested: Multiple dates
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFBS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 117% above limit |
| PFOA | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 112% above limit |
| PFPeA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 103% above limit |
| PFOS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 80% above limit |
| PFHpA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 50% above limit |
| lithium | 12.600 µg/L | 10 µg/L | 26% above limit |
| PFHxA | 0.006 µg/L | 3 µg/L | 0.2% 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 |
| 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 |
| PFDA | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFDoA | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | Below limit |
| PFHpS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 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 |
Well #4 Treatment · Tested: Multiple dates
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFOA | 0.011 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 178% above limit |
| PFPeA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 147% above limit |
| PFBS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 143% above limit |
| PFOS | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 112% above limit |
| PFHpA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 73% above limit |
| lithium | 13.600 µg/L | 10 µg/L | 36% above limit |
| PFHxS | 0.003 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 82% of limit |
| PFHxA | 0.007 µg/L | 3 µg/L | 0.2% of limit |
| PFBA | 0.006 µg/L | 6 µg/L | 0.1% of 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 |
| PFHpS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 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 |
Well #9 Treatment · Tested: Multiple dates
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFOA | 0.015 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 282% above limit |
| PFBS | 0.009 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 183% above limit |
| PFOS | 0.011 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 175% above limit |
| PFPeA | 0.008 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 153% above limit |
| lithium | 22.400 µg/L | 10 µg/L | 124% above limit |
| PFHpA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 113% above limit |
| PFHxS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | 92% of limit |
| PFHxA | 0.007 µg/L | 3 µg/L | 0.2% of limit |
| PFBA | 0.006 µg/L | 6 µg/L | 0.1% of 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 |
| PFHpS | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 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 |
Whitemarsh Spring Treatment · Tested: May 2025
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| PFHxA | <0.003 µg/L | 3 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 |
| PFPeA | <0.003 µg/L | 0.003 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 19442
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- PA AMERICAN ROYERSFORDAction advised
Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline.
Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 19442 Tap Water
What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 19442?
ZIP 19442 has 49 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including PFOA at 3.8x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.
Will boiling ZIP 19442 tap water remove PFOA?
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 PFOA?
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 19442?
Public records identify PA AMERICAN ROYERSFORD as a primary water system associated with ZIP 19442. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.
When was ZIP 19442 tap water last tested?
The most recent test date used in this report is May 2025. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.
Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 19442?
Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact PA AMERICAN ROYERSFORD or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 19442. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.
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