Water Quality in Altoona, PA (16635)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16635.
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 57 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,003
Population
42
Water Systems
60
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (42)
Altoona Water Authority
2 health-basedBlair Twp Water & Sewer Auth
Duncansville Muni Water Auth
All resolvedMosss Steak And Sea House
Willlowbrook Mhp
Dry Run Gospel Tabernacle
Inlows Restaurant
Grace Brethren Church
Berean Baptist Church
Blair Christian Home
Church Of The Brethren
Amicks Auto Service
Shamrock Trailer Court
Vfw Post No 8724
All resolvedCenter For Adult Voc.Education
G And M Livestock Market
Miller Mobile Home Ct
Wyants Penzoil Service Station
Mt.Sinai Chapel
Beer Bellies
The Living Bread Inc
Creuzbergers Meats
Freedom Tavern
Bel Air Park Apts
All resolvedGrandview Mobile Home Village
Branch Cpgrd
1 health-basedThe Highlander
Shaws Exxon Service Station
Cafe Kiro Llc
Evergreen Knoll Pers Care Home
Don'S Pizza
Wonder Bar
Tay Z Bbq
Dons Pizza Shop
Col K R Miller Auction Barn
Ritchey'S Qwik Shop
Best Way Pizza
All resolvedBowsers Restaurant
220 Pizza
Shaffer'S Store
Wrights Orchard Sta Cpgrd
All resolvedMilky Way Drive In
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high 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?
Altoona (16635) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 60.
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.