Water Quality in New Castle, PA (16061)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16061.
Active Health Violations
5 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 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,564
Population
23
Water Systems
30
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Pa American Water Co Butler
All resolvedCranberry Twp Wtp
All resolvedDassa Mckinney Elem School
All resolvedMoniteau Jr/Sr High School
All resolvedWashington Elementary School
West Sunbury U Presbuterian
Marion Elementary
Peaceful Valley Campground
Delu'S Family Restaurant
Stone Cottage
St Louis Catholic Church
Cupec Mobile Estates
All resolvedWestminster Highlands Camp
Peg'S Place
Pry Home
Corner Pizza
Allegheny Valley School
Amer Legion Post 243
1 health-basedBs Bakery
Barnharts
4 health-basedAllegheny Valley School-Butler
Fleming Mobile Home Park
Dellich Mhp
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
New Castle (16061) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 30.
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.