Water Quality in Greensburg, PA (15424)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15424.
Past Health-Based Violations
4 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 27 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,011
Population
19
Water Systems
31
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Mawc Yough Plant
2 health-basedSomerset County
Confluence Boro Muni Auth
All resolvedTurkeyfoot Valley Sch
All resolvedLone Star Restaurant
Outflow Soft Freeze
1 health-basedWendy World
All resolvedOutflow Campground
All resolvedYoughiogheny Dam
Jockey Hollow Picnic Area
Shepherd Farm Restaurant
Grace United Methodist Church
Grace United Methodist Church
The Yough Roadhouse
All resolvedYough Dam Office & Concessions
The Shepherds Farm
1 health-basedMill Run Campground
Somerfield North Rec Area
Turkeyfoot Fish And Game Assoc
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Greensburg (15424) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 31.
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.