Water Quality in YOUNGWOOD, PA (15697)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15697.
23
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
23
Monitoring / Reporting
23
Resolved
What does this mean?
23 of 23 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 23 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 (23 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2023(11)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
2022(12)
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
YOUNGWOOD (15697) has 23 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.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 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.