Water Quality in Harrisburg, PA (17017)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17017.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 12 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,509
Population
11
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (11)
Veolia Water
Capital Region Water
All resolvedPa Amer Water Co
Aqua Pa Roaring Creek Division
All resolvedPa American White Deer
Lower Mahanoy Twp Mun Auth
1 health-basedCountry Kitchen
Paxton Bible Church
Paxton Pub
Mahantango Campground
3t Sports Complex
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Harrisburg (17017) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.