Water Quality in New Castle, PA (16049)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16049.
Past Health-Based Violations
27 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 65 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,965
Population
11
Water Systems
92
Violations (5yr)
27
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (11)
Pa American Water Co Butler
All resolvedCranberry Twp Wtp
All resolvedParker Area Water Auth
27 health-basedW Freedom Water Assn
All resolvedPerryville Water
Perryville Water Association
All resolvedRoute 368 Restaurant
Rose Bud Restaurant
Central Electric Cooperative
W Freedom Water Assn
Kens Ice Cream
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
New Castle (16049) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 92.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.