Water Quality in Erie, PA (16443)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16443.
Past Health-Based Violations
5 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 35 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,196
Population
14
Water Systems
40
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
Erie City Water Authority
All resolvedAgar Sales And Services
West Springfield Baptist Churc
Edwards Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedBakers Restaurant
Northwestern Sportsmens Club
Springside Lounge
Wildlife Saloon
Charlies Petticoat Junction
Home Tavern
All resolvedV F W Triboro Post 4965
4 health-basedMelberts Motel
M&M Trailer Court
Williams Trailer Court
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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 (16443) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 40.
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.