Water Quality in GALLITZIN, PA (16641)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16641.
72
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
64
Monitoring / Reporting
72
Resolved
What does this mean?
72 of 72 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 64 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 (72 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(4)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
2023(48)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
29
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
29
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
2,3,7,8-TCDD
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
2,3,7,8-TCDD
03
2,3,7,8-TCDD
03
2,3,7,8-TCDD
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
How Does This Compare?
GALLITZIN (16641) has 72 recorded violations, including 8 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.