Water Quality in SHARON, PA (16146)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16146.
62
Total Violations
40
Health-Based
22
Monitoring / Reporting
62
Resolved
What does this mean?
62 of 62 violations have been resolved. 40 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 22 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 (62 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
2024(20)
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
How Does This Compare?
SHARON (16146) has 62 recorded violations, including 40 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.
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.