Water Quality in Pittsburgh, PA (15044)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15044.
Active Health Violations
4 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
27,370
Population
39
Water Systems
56
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (39)
Pa Amer Water Co-Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Auth
West View Water Authority
All resolvedWestern Pennsylvania Water Co
Wilkinsburg-Penn Jt Water Auth
1 health-basedPa American Water Co Butler
All resolvedCranberry Twp Wtp
All resolvedRichland Twp Water Authority
St Barnabas Nursing Home
Suncrest Golf Course
Eden Hall Farm
Conleys Resort & Golf
2 health-basedSt Andrew The Apostle Byz Cath
Bakerstown United Meth Church
Chaucer Estates
Gateway Inn
Hammers Custard And Subs
Willees Tavern
All resolvedFranklin Office Park
Four Seasons Banquet House
All resolvedLennys Place
1 health-basedVitran Express
St Barnabas Medical Center
The Pines Tavern
Handee Marts Inc.
Pittsburgh Bible Institute
Lakevue Racquet Club
Early Years Child Care Ctr Val
Greater Pittsburgh Jr Academy
Moores Mobile Home Court
Pittsburgh North Golf Course
Bakerstown Deli
Pizza Roma
St Lukes Day Care Ctr
Ford Enterprises Inc
Tastee Freeze-North Park
Marys Chuck Wagon
Wellon'S Restaurant
Hoffman Electric Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Pittsburgh (15044) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 56.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.