Water Quality in Harrisburg, PA (17018)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17018.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 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 29 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,902
Population
22
Water Systems
32
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Veolia Water
Capital Region Water
All resolvedPa Amer Water Co
Hagy Park Concession Bldg
1 health-basedHunter'S Lounge
Stone Glen Church Of God
Hope United Presbyterian Churc
All resolvedClarks Valley Zion Church
3 B Ice Cream
Aces Inn
St Thomas Commons
Rusty Rail
Heidelberg Inn
Red Raven Surf And Turf
Perry Valley Grange Hall
Dauphin Co Conservation Dist
All resolvedLe-Ellen Motel
C.J.'S Restaurant
Watts Twp. Weslayan Church
Kauffman'S Truck Stop
Fishing Creek Community Center
2 health-basedRobinsons Mkt
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high 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?
Harrisburg (17018) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 32.
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.