Penn Wynne
PA · CDP

Is Penn Wynne, PA Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Penn Wynne tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 2 of 2 ZIP codes show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for PFPeA. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.

1Water system
2ZIP codes
100%ZIPs above EPA guideline
Metro areaPhiladelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD
Latest data2024-12-11

Where Does Penn Wynne Get Its Water?

Water in Penn Wynne, PA is provided by 1 public water system: AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEM.

How Is Penn Wynne 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 Penn Wynne Tap Water?

The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Penn Wynne public water systems. 2 of 2 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.

ContaminantPeak detectedEPA guidelineZIPs detectedStatus
PFPeA 0.0136 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 2 ZIPs Above guideline
lithium 9 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
PFTrDA 0.007 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
11Cl-PF3OUdS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
HFPO-DA 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline

Health Risk Profile for Penn Wynne

Based on EPA monitoring data, 2 of 2 ZIP codes in Penn Wynne 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 Broad-Spectrum Filters for This Water Profile

This city profile includes PFAS detections, chlorine disinfection, and other dissolved contaminants. Reverse osmosis (RO) systems certified under NSF/ANSI 58 provide broad reduction coverage; for PFAS specifically, confirm NSF/ANSI P473 or equivalent PFAS reduction certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Penn Wynne Tap Water

Is Penn Wynne tap water safe to drink?

Penn Wynne 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 Penn Wynne tap water?

The most commonly detected contaminants in Penn Wynne water systems include: PFPeA, lithium, PFTrDA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.

Where does Penn Wynne get its drinking water?

Penn Wynne receives water from one public water system, including AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEM.

Do I need a water filter in Penn Wynne?

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 Penn Wynne tap water tested?

Public water systems in Penn Wynne 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 2024-12-11.

Tap water reports by ZIP in Penn Wynne

Water utilities serving Penn Wynne, 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.

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