Water Quality in PATTON, PA (16668)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16668.
54
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
48
Monitoring / Reporting
54
Resolved
What does this mean?
54 of 54 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 48 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 (54 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(18)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(20)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
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
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
How Does This Compare?
PATTON (16668) has 54 recorded violations, including 6 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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
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.