Water Quality in BEAVER, PA (15009)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15009.
141
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
135
Monitoring / Reporting
138
Resolved
What does this mean?
138 of 141 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 135 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (141 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 22, 2024 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(23)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
E. COLI
34
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(114)
Benzene
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Toluene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Barium
03
Toluene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Toluene
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
CYANIDE
03
CYANIDE
03
CYANIDE
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Barium
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Nickel
03
Nickel
03
Nickel
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
Barium
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Arsenic
03
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
BEAVER (15009) has 141 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 3 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.