Water Quality in Pittsburgh, PA (16055)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16055.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,993
Population
39
Water Systems
162
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (39)
Pa Amer Water Co-Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Auth
West View Water Authority
All resolvedWestern Pennsylvania Water Co
Wilkinsburg-Penn Jt Water Auth
1 health-basedPa American Water Co Butler
All resolvedCranberry Twp Wtp
All resolvedBuffalo Twp Mun Auth Freeport
All resolvedBuffalo Twp Mun Auth
Buffalo Twp Mun Water Auth
Buffalo Elem School
Freeport High School
Jack'S Mobilehomes Inc
Lernerville Speedway
South Buffalo Twp Elem Sch
Buffalo U Presbyterian Church
Saxony Estates
Fair Winds
Sarver Vets Club
All resolvedHidden Acres Mobile Home Park
Buffalo Twp Vol Fire Dept
The Dairy Barn
Buffalo Golf Course
All resolvedSpeedway Office/In Way Truckin
Equestrian View Rental Llc
All resolvedOutlook Pointe Commons Sarver
Harsco Minerals Pa
All resolvedAssoc Ceramics & Tech Inc
2 health-basedVoltz Mobile Home Park
Jacks Ford Inc C/O Joe Jack
Cid Associates Inc
Palkos Bar
All resolvedValley Mobile Home Court
La Vigneta Winery
All resolvedMark T Heinle Catering
Moes Smoke Meat And Deli
Saxon Golf Course
J Barn Country Inn
Rojas Bakery
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Pittsburgh (16055) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 162.
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
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.