Water Quality in BUTLER, PA (16002)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16002.

831

Total Violations

16

Health-Based

815

Monitoring / Reporting

831

Resolved

What does this mean?

831 of 831 violations have been resolved. 16 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 815 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: 43 Population served: 5,872

Violations Detail (831 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 5, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 5, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 25, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 25, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AApr 25, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AApr 25, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMar 24, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMar 24, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Violation Timeline

2025(17)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 5Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 5Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Apr 25Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Apr 25Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Apr 25Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Apr 25Resolved

E. COLI

34

Mar 24Resolved

E. COLI

34

Mar 24Resolved

E. COLI

34

Mar 24Resolved

Chlorine

27

Feb 28Resolved

Chlorine

27

Feb 28Resolved

Chlorine

27

Feb 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

2024(31)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 2Resolved

Benzo(a)pyrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzo(a)pyrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzo(a)pyrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 21Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 21Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 21Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 21Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BUTLER (16002) has 831 recorded violations, including 16 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

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

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.

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