Water Quality in Oakland, MD (16720)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16720.
Active Health Violations
10 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,261
Population
23
Water Systems
69
Violations (5yr)
10
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
All Pure Spring Water, Inc.
Sinnemahoning State Park-Campg
Austin Borough Water
All resolvedMax Greeley And Sons
New Lakeview Hotel
Wharton Tavern
All resolvedEl Rancho Grande
Three Point Inn Bar And Grill
All resolvedPotter County Pub
2 health-basedOld Tannery Saloon
First Fork Lodge
Majots Mobilehome Park
Sinnemahoning Sp Goss Road
2 health-basedStarlite Inn
Hemlock Campgrounds
Sinnemahoning Sp Brooks Run
All resolvedSinnemahoning Sp Campground
2 health-basedCircle S Ranch Camping Area
Sinnemahoning Sp Boat Launch
4 health-basedSinnemahoning Sp Wildlife Cntr
All resolvedSinnemahoning Park Campground
Transcontinental Gas Pipeline
Charles Sinnamond
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
How Does This Compare?
Oakland (16720) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 69.
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.