Water Quality in PUNXSUTAWNEY, PA (15767)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15767.

176

Total Violations

4

Health-Based

172

Monitoring / Reporting

176

Resolved

What does this mean?

176 of 176 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 172 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: 30 Population served: 2,152

Violations Detail (176 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 8, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 8, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 8, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 8, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 11, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 11, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 11, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 21, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 21, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 21, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Violation Timeline

2025(14)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 8Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 21Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 21Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 21Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

2024(6)

Public Notice

75

Oct 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

How Does This Compare?

PUNXSUTAWNEY (15767) has 176 recorded violations, including 4 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

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 →

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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