Water Quality in New Castle, PA (16052)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16052.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 107 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,215
Population
16
Water Systems
108
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Pa American Water Co Butler
All resolvedCranberry Twp Wtp
All resolvedCamp Lutherlyn Main Shaulis
1 health-basedGolden Goose Tea Room
Camp Lutherlyn Rustic Retreat
Prospect Vol Fire Dept
Garden Gate Restaurant
Timber Brook Village
Shmilys
All resolvedRoxys Diner
Prospect Corner Store
Andersons Appalachian Trails
Robinsons Mobile Home Park
All resolvedFairground Market
All resolvedMontgomerys Country Kids Ii
Montgomerys Country Kids I
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
New Castle (16052) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 108.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.