Water Quality in ERIE, PA (16505)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16505.

413

Total Violations

23

Health-Based

390

Monitoring / Reporting

408

Resolved

What does this mean?

408 of 413 violations have been resolved. 23 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 390 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.

Water systems: 18 Population served: 3,464

Violations Detail (413 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 29, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 29, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 10, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 10, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2025(18)

E. COLI

34

Sep 29Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(99)

Groundwater Rule

31

Dec 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 26Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Nov 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Nov 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Nov 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Nov 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Nov 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Nov 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Nov 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Nov 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Nov 15Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 18Active

E. COLI

34

Oct 18Active

E. COLI

34

Oct 18Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 6Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 6Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Mar 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Mar 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Mar 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Mar 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Mar 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Mar 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Mar 26Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 27Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 27Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 27Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ERIE (16505) has 413 recorded violations, including 23 health-based. 5 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.

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