Water Quality in PORT ALLEGANY, PA (16743)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16743.
38
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
34
Monitoring / Reporting
38
Resolved
What does this mean?
38 of 38 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 34 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 (38 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 13, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 13, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 13, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 13, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(12)
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(5)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
How Does This Compare?
PORT ALLEGANY (16743) has 38 recorded violations, including 4 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.