Bucks County Residents Facing Water Contamination from Sunoco Pipeline Leak
Sauder Schelkopf is investigating potential legal claims against Sunoco, a subsidiary of Energy Transfer, after a major pipeline leak in Upper Makefield Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, contaminated residential water wells.
The Sunoco Twin Oaks Pipeline, which transports jet fuel, diesel, and gasoline, has been leaking for at least 16 months, according to federal regulators. Contaminants found in well water include:
✅ Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE) – a gasoline additive banned in 2006, linked to health risks such as nausea, dizziness, and respiratory issues.
✅ Toluene and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) – known to cause neurological and organ damage.
✅ Lead and hydrocarbons – dangerous toxins with long-term health risks.
Sunoco Under Scrutiny for Water Contamination in Bucks County
🔴 Over 200 residents have raised concerns about Sunoco’s testing and response at local board meetings.
🔴 Independent testing suggests more wells are contaminated than Sunoco has admitted.
🔴 Regulators and lawmakers are demanding a pipeline shutdown and full investigation.
🔴 Property values and homeowner safety are at risk due to long-term environmental damage.
Do You Have a Contaminated Well? Contact us about the Sunoco Pipeline Lawsuit Investigation
If you or someone you know lives in Upper Makefield Township or surrounding areas in Bucks County and has been affected by well water contamination, you may be entitled to compensation. Sauder Schelkopf is evaluating legal claims for residents experiencing:
✅ Unsafe drinking water and costly filtration system installations.
✅ Health issues related to exposure to toxic chemicals.
✅ Declining property values due to environmental contamination.
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If you believe you have been affected, our legal team is here to help. Fill out our contact form or call us for a free consultation to explore your legal options.
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If you or someone you know lives in Upper Makefield Township or surrounding areas in Bucks County and has been affected by well water contamination, please complete the form on this page.