Ambridge Water Authority Water Company

Ambridge Water Authority (AWA) customers benefit from an abundant water supply drawn from an exceptional source. The water treatment facility extracts water from Service Creek Reservoir, a spring-fed, surface-water influenced upland reservoir containing 3.5 billion gallons of water—potentially the highest quality source water in western Pennsylvania.

This reservoir, specifically constructed by AWA in the early 1950s, is dedicated exclusively to providing water for residents within our service area and additional customers. Water travels over seven miles through pipelines to reach the treatment facility, where it powers a turbine that generates approximately 25% of the electricity needed for plant operations.

Throughout 2017, our facility delivered an average of 4.3 million gallons of purified water daily. We serve Ambridge, Harmony Township, Economy, Bell Acres, Baden, and portions of New Sewickley Township, as well as Edgeworth Municipal Authority (which serves Leet Township and Leetsdale). Our service population approaches 30,000 residents. Interconnections with West View Water Authority provide backup water flow when necessary.

To learn more about our watershed online, visit the U.S. EPA's Surf Your Watershed at www.epa.gov/surf.

1. Where does Ambridge Water Authority water come from?
   Ambridge Water Authority supplies surface water to Ambridge, Pennsylvania.
2. Does Ambridge Water Authority test its tap water?
   Yes. Like every public water system, Ambridge Water Authority must test its water under the federal Safe Drinking Water Act and publish an annual water quality report (Consumer Confidence Report). Ask the utility for the latest report or look for it on its website.
3. How do I contact Ambridge Water Authority?
   Call 724-266-4847 or visit 600 Eleventh St., Ambridge, PA 15003, or use the contact options on the utility’s website.
4. Does Ambridge Water Authority water contain lead?
   Water usually leaves the treatment plant without lead. Lead can enter tap water from older service lines, solder and brass fixtures inside homes, especially when water sits in the pipes. Run the tap before drinking if water has been sitting, and ask the utility about lead testing and service line records.
5. Is Ambridge Water Authority water hard?
   Hardness depends on the source and changes over time. The annual water quality report lists hardness, or you can test it at home. If it is above about 7 grains per gallon, a water softener sized to your measured hardness will stop scale and spotting.