Water Quality in Hesston, PA (16686)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16686.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
13,427
Population
21
Water Systems
188
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
Loading map...
Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
Raystown Lake Army Corps Of En
State College Boro Water Auth
All resolvedAltoona Water Authority
2 health-basedPenn State Univ
All resolvedTyrone Boro Water Auth
Oak Ridge Authority
Grazierville
Grier School
1 health-basedEmily Estates Subdiv
All resolvedCoachlight
Vail Water Assn
All resolvedGraystone Manor
Ironville
Camp Anderson Boy Scouts
St John Lutheran Church
Huntingdon Drive In Theater
Foxfire Saloon-%J Grebe, Jr.
Eaken Rest Home 2
Stoners Trailer Court
Bald Eagle Water Co Cas
Bald Eagle Water Co.
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Hesston (16686) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 188.
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.