Water Quality in GREENSBURG, PA (15601)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15601.

299

Total Violations

37

Health-Based

262

Monitoring / Reporting

288

Resolved

What does this mean?

288 of 299 violations have been resolved. 37 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 262 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: 70 Population served: 320,722

Violations Detail (299 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 21, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 21, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
ChloriteMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedAnemia; nervous system effects in infants and young children
ChloriteMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedAnemia; nervous system effects in infants and young children
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 26, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 26, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 26, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 26, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(31)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

E. COLI

34

Sep 21Active

E. COLI

34

Sep 21Active

Chlorite

27

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorite

27

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Aug 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Aug 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Aug 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Aug 26Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 16Active

E. COLI

34

Aug 16Active

E. COLI

34

Jul 12Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 12Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 12Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 12Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Jun 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorite

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine dioxide

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine dioxide

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine dioxide

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorite

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorite

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Chlorite

27

Feb 28Resolved

Chlorite

27

Feb 28Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

2024(33)

Chlorite

27

Nov 30Resolved

Chlorite

27

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorite

27

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorite

27

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Jun 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Jun 8Resolved

E. COLI

34

Apr 30Active

E. COLI

34

Apr 30Active

Chlorite

27

Feb 29Resolved

Chlorite

27

Feb 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Active

How Does This Compare?

GREENSBURG (15601) has 299 recorded violations, including 37 health-based. 11 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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