Water Quality in Pittsburgh, PA (15231)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15231.

Past Health-Based Violations

2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 13 monitoring/reporting violations.

More violations than 74% of US ZIP codes.

Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.

2

Water Systems

15

Violations (5yr)

2

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (2)

Pittsburgh Intl Airport

2 health-based
Purchased surface water 26,915 people served
5 violations (5yr) · 2 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 6.59 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

Upmc Shadyside Hillman Campus

All resolved
Purchased surface water 4,750 people served
10 violations (5yr) · All resolved
Lead tested: 0 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

Contaminants Found

TTHMHealth-Based
3 violations
All resolved
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-Based

Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.

2 violations
All resolved
ChlorineMonitoring

Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.

3 violations
All resolved
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoring
3 violations
All resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Monitoring
2 violations
All resolved
Public NoticeMonitoring
1 violation
All resolved
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoring

Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.

1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit
6.59 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jun 2025

How Does This Compare?

Pittsburgh (15231) has more violations than 74% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 15.

Fewer violations 74th percentile More violations

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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.

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