Water Quality in MASONTOWN, PA (15461)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15461.
13
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
13
Monitoring / Reporting
13
Resolved
What does this mean?
13 of 13 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 13 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 (13 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(12)
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Surface Water Treatment Rule
31
Surface Water Treatment Rule
31
Surface Water Treatment Rule
31
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
2021(1)
TTHM
27
How Does This Compare?
MASONTOWN (15461) has 13 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.