Water Quality in PITTSBURGH, PA (15212)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15212.
94
Total Violations
14
Health-Based
80
Monitoring / Reporting
94
Resolved
What does this mean?
94 of 94 violations have been resolved. 14 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 80 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 (94 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 10, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 10, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 10, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 10, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(14)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(38)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
How Does This Compare?
PITTSBURGH (15212) has 94 recorded violations, including 14 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.
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.