Water Quality in DUNBAR, PA (15431)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15431.
42
Total Violations
21
Health-Based
21
Monitoring / Reporting
36
Resolved
What does this mean?
36 of 42 violations have been resolved. 21 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 21 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 (42 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Feb 21, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Feb 21, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 22, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 22, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 22, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 27, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 27, 2024 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(5)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
2024(24)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
How Does This Compare?
DUNBAR (15431) has 42 recorded violations, including 21 health-based. 6 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.
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.