Water Quality in HARBORCREEK, PA (16421)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16421.
20
Total Violations
2
Health-Based
18
Monitoring / Reporting
20
Resolved
What does this mean?
20 of 20 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 18 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 (20 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| DICHLOROMETHANE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| DICHLOROMETHANE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Heptachlor epoxide | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Heptachlor epoxide | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2023(14)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
2021(6)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Public Notice
76
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
HARBORCREEK (16421) has 20 recorded violations, including 2 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.
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.