Water Quality in Pittsburgh, PA (16059)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16059.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
10,062
Population
31
Water Systems
53
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (31)
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 resolvedField House Restaurant
Frozen Pond Arena
All resolvedRittswood Golf Club
Hoovers Restaurant
Villa Vista Estates
Scoreboard Lounge
Middlesex Twp Fire Co
All resolvedLakeview North Golf Course
Sunnyhill Trailer Park
Valencia Woods Nursing Ctr
Vorteq Valencia
Hp Starr Lumber Co
Lakeview Mobilehome Park
All resolvedZ & Z Pizza
Middlesex Twp Bldg
Zedmark Inc C/O David Lower
Cromwell Estates #2
Twinbrook Mobile Home Court
Mystic Lanes
Cooperstown Plaza
Heartfelt Bagels
Viviritos Salon And Cafe
Daves Meat Market & Catering
Lettopalenas Pizza
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
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?
Pittsburgh (16059) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 53.
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.