Water Quality in SIGEL, PA (15860)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 15860.
85
Total Violations
18
Health-Based
67
Monitoring / Reporting
81
Resolved
What does this mean?
81 of 85 violations have been resolved. 18 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 67 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 (85 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 4, 2025 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 4, 2025 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(26)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
31
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(28)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
SIGEL (15860) has 85 recorded violations, including 18 health-based. 4 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.
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.