Water Quality in TEMPLETON, PA (16259)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16259.
35
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
27
Monitoring / Reporting
21
Resolved
What does this mean?
21 of 35 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 27 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 (35 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 12, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 12, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 1, 2025 | Active | 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 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(6)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
2024(3)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
How Does This Compare?
TEMPLETON (16259) has 35 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. 14 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.
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
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.