Water Quality in State College, PA (16870)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16870.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 86 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,499
Population
16
Water Systems
88
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
State College Boro Water Auth
All resolvedPenn State Univ
All resolvedUpper Halfmoon Water
Shirleys Diner
Shirleys Diner
Port Matilda Waterworks
All resolvedCustards Last Stand
Custards Last Stand
St Joseph Institute
Marysville Water Cooperative
Ridgemont
Uncle Bills
Godspeed Events And Lodging
2 health-basedCraig Motel
Marysville Water Cooperative
Jarceys Motel
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
State College (16870) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 88.
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.