Water Quality in DUKE CENTER, PA (16729)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16729.
18
Total Violations
3
Health-Based
15
Monitoring / Reporting
18
Resolved
What does this mean?
18 of 18 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 15 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 (18 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 22, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 22, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 22, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 22, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 11, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2023(2)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2022(13)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
How Does This Compare?
DUKE CENTER (16729) has 18 recorded violations, including 3 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.
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.