Water Quality in MILLHEIM, PA (16854)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16854.

130

Total Violations

4

Health-Based

126

Monitoring / Reporting

129

Resolved

What does this mean?

129 of 130 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 126 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: 1 Population served: 902

Violations Detail (130 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Radium-226MonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer
Radium-226MonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer
Radium-228MonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer
Radium-228MonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort

Violation Timeline

2025(4)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Mar 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Mar 31Resolved

2024(22)

Radium-226

03

Sep 30Resolved

Radium-226

03

Sep 30Resolved

Radium-228

03

Sep 30Resolved

Radium-228

03

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Sep 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Sep 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 29Resolved

How Does This Compare?

MILLHEIM (16854) has 130 recorded violations, including 4 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

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 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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