Water Quality in FAIRCHANCE, PA (15436)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15436.
57
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
51
Monitoring / Reporting
55
Resolved
What does this mean?
55 of 57 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 51 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 (57 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
2024(11)
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
How Does This Compare?
FAIRCHANCE (15436) has 57 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 2 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.