Water Quality in ALBION, PA (16401)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16401.
64
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
56
Monitoring / Reporting
61
Resolved
What does this mean?
61 of 64 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 56 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(18)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(19)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
How Does This Compare?
ALBION (16401) has 64 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. 3 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.