Water Quality in York, PA (17011)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17011.
Active Health Violations
8 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
39,664
Population
27
Water Systems
57
Violations (5yr)
8
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
York Water Co
1 health-basedPa American Water Co West
All resolvedVeolia Mechanicsburg
All resolvedPa Am Cap Div Y B Ii
Carlisle Water Trmt Plt
All resolvedPa Am Cap Div Y B I
Campbell Town Water Co.
Pa American-Forge Road Acres
West Shore Elks Bpoe 2257
All resolvedLower Allen Comm Park
Camp Small Valley Hemlock Gsc
Mcdonalds Union Deposit
Ugo Convenience Store
Camp Happy Valley/Camp Skyloft
Rite Aid #1355
Camp Archbald
3 health-basedTrinity Evan Luth Ch Fileys
All resolvedUni Mart Store 04243
Unimart 04249 New Kingstown
Unimart 04247 Lisburn Rd
Hilltop Mobile Home Park
Rite Aid Pharmacy #4340
Perry County Farmers Mkt
Sarago'S Godfather
Rite Aid
4 health-basedMountain View Mhp
Edgewater Park
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
York (17011) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 57.
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.