2013 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
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Overview
This document is the 2013 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report for the Williamsburg Municipal Authority (PWSID: 4070022). It covers the period from January 1 to December 31, 2013. The report details the water source, chemical testing results, and a specific notice regarding a bacterial violation found in July 2013.
Water Source
- Type: Groundwater from three wells.
- Location: South of the intersection of Sage Hill Drive & Taylor Street in Woodbury Township.
- Aquifer: Gatesburg Aquifer.
Chemical Contaminant Results
The following table summarizes the detected chemical contaminants, their levels, and sources. All results were within safety limits (Violation: N).
| Contaminant | Level Detected | Unit | Sample Date | Source of Contamination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barium | 0. 0279 | Ppm | 11/2012 | Erosion of natural deposits |
| Chromium | 1. 0 | Ppb | 11/2012 | Erosion of natural deposits |
| Nitrate | 1. 43 | Ppm | 12/2013 | Run off from fertilizer |
| HAA5 (Disinfection Byproduct) | 2. 42 | Ppb | 9/2013 | Byproduct of Chlorination |
| TTHM (Disinfection Byproduct) | 8. 33 | Ppb | 9/2013 | Byproduct of Chlorination |
| Chlorine (Residual) | 0. 79 | Ppb | 2013 | Added to control microbes |
| Uranium | 3. 88 | Ppb | 10/2012 | Erosion of natural deposits |
Note: The report mentions that while the EPA's MCL for fluoride is 4 ppm, Pennsylvania has set a lower limit to better protect human health.
Bacterial Violation Notice (July 2013)
A separate notice included in the report details a violation regarding coliform bacteria.
- Incident: Tests showed coliform bacteria in drinking water during July 2013.
- Details: Out of 5 samples taken, 2 showed the presence of total coliform bacteria. The standard allows no more than one sample per month to do so.
- Cause: The sample point outside the hydrant was dirty when sampled.
- Resolution: The authority sampled again from the same location along with 2 more close to the problem location. All subsequent samples came back "O. K. " (clean). No fecal coliform or E. Coli were found in follow-up testing.
- Action Required: Residents did not need to boil their water, but were advised to consult a doctor if they had specific health concerns.
- Contact: Perry Clapper at (814) 832-2051.
Contact Information
- Borough Manager: Joseph Lansberry
- Phone: (814) 832-2051
- Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 am - 3:30 pm
- Meeting Schedule: First Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in the Municipal Building (305 E. 2nd Street).