Water Quality in CHICORA, PA (16025)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16025.
27
Total Violations
5
Health-Based
22
Monitoring / Reporting
27
Resolved
What does this mean?
27 of 27 violations have been resolved. 5 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 22 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 (27 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 12, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 12, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 12, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 12, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(15)
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
2021(12)
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
How Does This Compare?
CHICORA (16025) has 27 recorded violations, including 5 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.
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.