Water Quality in RURAL VALLEY, PA (16249)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16249.
23
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
23
Monitoring / Reporting
23
Resolved
What does this mean?
23 of 23 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 23 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 (23 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(9)
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-226
03
Radium-226
03
Radium-226
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
2023(2)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
How Does This Compare?
RURAL VALLEY (16249) has 23 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
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.