Water Quality in ELDERTON, PA (15736)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15736.
36
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
36
Monitoring / Reporting
36
Resolved
What does this mean?
36 of 36 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 36 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 (36 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
Violation Timeline
2024(4)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2023(18)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
How Does This Compare?
ELDERTON (15736) has 36 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
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.