Doylestown Borough Wells Tested After Nearby Contamination

Doylestown Borough has tested two of its wells after contamination was found in the public water supply about a mile away.

According to information from Doylestown Borough, the East Street and Sandy Ridge wells were tested for Perfluorinated Compounds (PFCs) after elevated levels of the contaminant was found in water in the Cross Keys area of Doylestown, Plumstead and Buckingham townships last month.

The testing results indicate that the highest level of PFCs found was 17 parts per trillion, which is below the Lifetime Health Advisory Level of 70 ppt.

Testing was done within a one-mile radius of the Cross Keys well that was removed from service; two of Doylestown Borough's wells fall within that radius. Testing samples were collected on June 22.

"In short, Doylestown Borough's public water system is not impacted by the Cross Keys contamination and our drinking water remains completely safe for consumption," the Borough announced.

If the public has more questions, they should contact Doylestown Borough Director of Water Operations Chris Norris at 215-345-4140 or cnorris@doylestownborough.net.

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