Water Quality in HOUTZDALE, PA (16651)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16651.
9
Total Violations
1
Health-Based
8
Monitoring / Reporting
9
Resolved
What does this mean?
9 of 9 violations have been resolved. 1 is a health-based violation, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 8 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 (9 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Endothall | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Endothall | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Endothall | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Endothall | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Arsenic | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Arsenic | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | 1.515 | Feb 28, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
2022(4)
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
How Does This Compare?
HOUTZDALE (16651) has 9 recorded violations, including 1 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.
Reverse Osmosis System
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Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
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