Water Quality in FARMINGTON, PA (15437)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15437.

172

Total Violations

23

Health-Based

149

Monitoring / Reporting

170

Resolved

What does this mean?

170 of 172 violations have been resolved. 23 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 149 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.

Water systems: 34 Population served: 5,314

Violations Detail (172 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 15, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 15, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 15, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort

Violation Timeline

2025(42)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 15Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 15Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 15Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 18Resolved

2024(39)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Dec 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Dec 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Dec 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Dec 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Dec 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Dec 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Dec 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Dec 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Dec 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Dec 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Dec 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Dec 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Dec 8Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Oct 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Oct 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Oct 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Oct 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Oct 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Oct 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 10Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

May 10Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

FARMINGTON (15437) has 172 recorded violations, including 23 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.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

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.

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