Water Quality in Reading, PA (17026)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17026.
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 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,137
Population
22
Water Systems
64
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Reading Area Water Authority
1 health-basedLebanon Water Auth
All resolvedN Lebanon Jr Sr High Sch
Fredericksburg Water Auth
All resolvedFarmers Pride Poultry
Bell And Evans Plant 3
Esthers Inc
Lickdale Elementary School
Bc Natural Chicken Llc
East Hanover Elem Sch
Hain Pure Protein Corp
All resolvedFredericksburg Un Meth Church
St Pauls United Ch Of Christ
Amer Legion Home Assn
Redners Tiger Mkts
Mt Lebanon Campmeeting
1 health-basedFredericksburg Diner
Camp Strause Fire Co
Kbs Cookies
Verls Salads
Lebanon Valley Livestock Diner
Mountain Rd Camp
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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?
Reading (17026) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 64.
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.