Water Quality in KNOX, PA (16232)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16232.
64
Total Violations
30
Health-Based
34
Monitoring / Reporting
60
Resolved
What does this mean?
60 of 64 violations have been resolved. 30 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 34 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 (64 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARBON, TOTAL | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 7, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(7)
CARBON, TOTAL
46
CARBON, TOTAL
46
CARBON, TOTAL
46
CARBON, TOTAL
46
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
2023(18)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
CARBON, TOTAL
46
CARBON, TOTAL
46
CARBON, TOTAL
46
CARBON, TOTAL
46
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
CARBON, TOTAL
46
CARBON, TOTAL
46
CARBON, TOTAL
46
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
KNOX (16232) has 64 recorded violations, including 30 health-based. 4 remain unresolved. 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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
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.