Water Quality in Erie, PA (16417)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16417.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 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 55 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,599
Population
22
Water Systems
58
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Erie City Water Authority
All resolvedGirard Boro Water Dept
Pleasant Ridge Manor West
Hickory Hill Country Village
All resolvedHawthorne Ridge Camp
Girard Jehovahs Witnesses Inc
W L D Ranch
Platea Social Hall
Valley Haven Trailer Court
Overlake Lounge
1 health-basedWintergreen Acres Mhp
B & B Leather Inc.
1st Choice Catering
Follys End Campground
The Barracks Tavern
All resolvedReese Plaza Water
Lulas Ice Cream N More
2 health-basedBoron Oil Co-Retail Outlet
The General Store
Westway Lanes
All resolvedElk Valley Golf & Recreation
Enhanced Performance
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Erie (16417) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 58.
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.