Water Quality in SAXTON, PA (16678)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16678.

195

Total Violations

14

Health-Based

181

Monitoring / Reporting

193

Resolved

What does this mean?

193 of 195 violations have been resolved. 14 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 181 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: 17 Population served: 2,513

Violations Detail (195 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AOct 24, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AOct 24, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AOct 24, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AOct 24, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 13, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 13, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 13, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 13, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 13, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 13, 2025ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2025(24)

Public Notice

75

Oct 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 24Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 13Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Sep 13Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Sep 13Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 13Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 13Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 13Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 16Active

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Apr 14Resolved

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

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

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

2024(28)

Public Notice

75

Aug 8Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 8Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 8Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Apr 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Apr 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

SAXTON (16678) has 195 recorded violations, including 14 health-based. 2 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.

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.

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