Water Quality in Ford City, PA (16226)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16226.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 23 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 82% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,689
Population
19
Water Systems
25
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Manor Twp Jt Muni Auth
All resolvedFord City Muni Water Works
1 health-basedKittanning Twp Elem Sch
The Villa
North Buffalo Twp Elem School
Bethel Elementary School
Spaces Corner Elem School
Purples Saloon
All resolvedSuper 66 Auction
Community Drive Inn
Patsys Country Store And Deli
Slicks Bar
Slicks Tavern
Bethel Lutheran Church
The Phoenix
Rockville Lutheran Church
Crooked Creek Tavern
Klingensmiths Drug Stores
Burrell Twp Vol Fire Dept
1 health-basedContaminants 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.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Ford City (16226) has more violations than 82% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 25.
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.