Water Quality in York, PA (17055)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17055.
Active Health Violations
7 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
42,006
Population
60
Water Systems
41
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (60)
York Water Co
1 health-basedPa American Water Co West
All resolvedVeolia Mechanicsburg
All resolvedCarlisle Water Trmt Plt
All resolvedPaw Glen Alsace Div
Naval Support Activity 09m211
Ship Parts Control Center
Pa Amer Water Co Lake Heritage
Williams Grove Speedway
1 health-basedPalumbos Pizza
Karns Food
All resolvedKeystone Woodman Of World
Amazon Upper Bern Warehouse
Middlesex Elementary School
Meadows Water Company
Westford Water Co
Shepherdstown Elem Sch
Upper Allen Elementary School
Rar2 Bethel Industrial Center
All resolvedMonroe Elementary School
2 health-basedShaull School
Alpha Racquettball & Fitness
Brookside M H P
Ashcombe Vegetable Farm & Deli
Country Manor Farms
Creekside Subdivision
All resolvedCreekview Rec Area
Shepherdstown Fam Practice
Hampden Village Mhp
Daybreak Church
Monroe Twp Fire Co
Silver Spring Gc
Brackbill'S Mobilehome Park
Moes Bar & Grill Inc
Peaches And Cream Conery
Johnnie K'S
Cold Springs Inn & Brewing Com
Sherwood Forest
Grand Slam
Williams Grove Park
Econolodge
3 health-basedCurve Inn Bar
Best & Kohn Mobilehome Park
Portland Trailer Park
Williams Grove Amusement Park
White Pines Banquet & Catering
Villa Tavern
Oven Industries
Clear Springs Apts
Universal Plastics Inc.
Universal Plastics
Corporate Distribution Ltd.
Pine Village Mobile Home Park
James F. Kiefer
Dairy Queen 16192
Lisburn Fire Co
Hale Mobilehome Park
Eastern Museum Of Motor Racing
Windridge Place
O'Neal Office Complex
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
York (17055) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 41.
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.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
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.