Water Quality in KNOXVILLE, PA (16928)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16928.

120

Total Violations

0

Health-Based

120

Monitoring / Reporting

120

Resolved

What does this mean?

120 of 120 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 120 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: 590

Violations Detail (120 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
NitriteMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitriteMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitriteMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath

Violation Timeline

2024(6)

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Sep 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Sep 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Sep 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

2023(18)

Nitrite

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

KNOXVILLE (16928) has 120 recorded violations, none of which are 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.

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 →

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

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