Water Quality in Harrisburg, PA (17020)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17020.
Active Health Violations
2 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,826
Population
41
Water Systems
153
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (41)
Veolia Water
Capital Region Water
All resolvedPa Amer Water Co
Susquenita Sch Dist
All resolvedDuncannon Muni Water
All resolvedDecoven Facilities
Red Rabbit Drive In
All resolvedRanch House Restaurant
Sunshine Hills Water Co
All resolvedClarks Ferry Atuo Truck Stop
Transitions Health Care
All resolvedUgo 4
All resolvedQuail Call Restaurant
Citgo Xtra Mart
Express Auto Truck Stop
Buffalo Bills
Cove Mountain Farm Mkt
1 health-basedPetersburg Commons Water Syste
All resolvedArelenes Angels Llc
Rohrer Bus Svc
All resolvedGarden Seat Tea Room
Rock Kat Bar And Grill
Watts Buffalo Comm Ctr
Stonebridge Health & Rehab Ctr
1 health-basedPerry Rec Assn Cpgrd
Dinos Grille
Amity Hall Tavern
Mutzabaughs Mkt
Lumberjacks Kitchen
All resolvedAmerican Classic Golf Club, Llc.
Red Carpet Inn
All resolvedEileen Hope Inc
Fantasys Island
Pfautz Heights 2
Stardust Motel
All resolvedRiviera Tavern
Doyles Motel
Tasty Treats Mobile Ice Cream
Leonard'S Skate-A-Rama
Dallys Antique Co Op
Oylers Motel
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
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.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Harrisburg (17020) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 153.
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.