Water Quality in ELLSWORTH, PA (15331)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15331.
37
Total Violations
13
Health-Based
24
Monitoring / Reporting
32
Resolved
What does this mean?
32 of 37 violations have been resolved. 13 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 24 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 (37 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 9, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 9, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 9, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 10, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 10, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.106 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.106 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Health-Based | N/A | 0.106 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(12)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(18)
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Surface Water Treatment Rule
31
Surface Water Treatment Rule
31
Surface Water Treatment Rule
31
Chlorine
27
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
TTHM
02
How Does This Compare?
ELLSWORTH (15331) has 37 recorded violations, including 13 health-based. 5 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.
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.