Water Quality in Erie, PA (16428)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16428.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,595
Population
37
Water Systems
195
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (37)
Erie City Water Authority
All resolvedNorth East Township Water
All resolvedNorth East Borough Water Dept
2 health-basedRed Carpet Inn
Lakeview Developments Inc
Moon Meadows Recreation Inc
North East Service Plaza Inc
Vintage Family Restaurant
Hammers
Camp At Findley, The
Lakeview Motel
Townline Tavern
Green Meadows Golf Course
All resolvedLakeside Campground Ripley
Dohlers Cottages
Savidges Creekside Cmpgrd
Pine Hill Cottages & Motel
Kelly Hotel
Dew Drop Inn
Fruit Acres Migrant Camp
Hilltop Oasis
Kwik Fill A / T Plaza
Quincy Cellars
All resolvedGreenfield Community Park
All resolvedHeritage Wine Cellars
Lake Erie Speedway
1 health-basedAll Seasons Catering
Burch Farms Country Market
Port A Pit Bbq
State Line Grocery
All resolvedNollingers Biggie Cones
Colt Station Place
Lakeview Estate Personal Care
Pi Wine Cellars Isle House
Rebel Rose Restaurant
Ted Sprague Subdivision
St Barnabas House
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Erie (16428) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 195.
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.