Water Quality in ULYSSES, PA (16948)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 16948.

234

Total Violations

25

Health-Based

209

Monitoring / Reporting

234

Resolved

What does this mean?

234 of 234 violations have been resolved. 25 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 209 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: 16 Population served: 1,740

Violations Detail (234 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 15, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 15, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 15, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 15, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ANov 4, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ANov 4, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ANov 4, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ANov 4, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2024(11)

Public Notice

75

Dec 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 15Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Nov 4Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Nov 4Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Nov 4Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Nov 4Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

2023(92)

Groundwater Rule

31

Dec 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Nov 17Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Nov 17Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Nov 17Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Nov 17Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Nov 17Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Nov 17Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Nov 17Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Nov 17Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 20Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 20Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 20Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 20Resolved

2,4-D

03

Sep 30Resolved

2,4-D

03

Sep 30Resolved

2,4-D

03

Sep 30Resolved

2,4-D

03

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 24Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Sep 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Sep 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Sep 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Sep 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Sep 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Sep 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Sep 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Sep 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Sep 9Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 1Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 1Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 1Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Aug 14Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 12Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 12Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 12Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 5Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 5Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 5Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 5Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jul 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jul 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jul 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jul 22Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 24Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 24Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 24Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 24Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ULYSSES (16948) has 234 recorded violations, including 25 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

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

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

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.

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