Water Quality in STATE COLLEGE, PA (16801)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16801.

139

Total Violations

3

Health-Based

136

Monitoring / Reporting

138

Resolved

What does this mean?

138 of 139 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 136 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: 42 Population served: 89,551

Violations Detail (139 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 29, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 29, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(4)

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

2024(8)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

STATE COLLEGE (16801) has 139 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 1 remains 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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