Water Quality in SANDY LAKE, PA (16145)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16145.
52
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
52
Monitoring / Reporting
52
Resolved
What does this mean?
52 of 52 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 52 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (52 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 10, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 10, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 29, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 29, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 29, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Barium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Increase in blood pressure |
| Antimony, Total | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Barium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Increase in blood pressure |
| Nickel | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nickel | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(3)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
SANDY LAKE (16145) has 52 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 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.