Water Quality in Mexico, PA (17056)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17056.
Past Health-Based Violations
5 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 43 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
27
Population
11
Water Systems
48
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (11)
Orchard Hills Apts
All resolvedButtonwood Farm & Cg
1 health-basedForest Hills Apts
2 health-basedGroninger Farms Arch Rock
All resolvedHillside Manor Apts
All resolvedButtonwood Cg Riverside
Mexico Mkt Deli
Zook Lyter Cottages
2 health-basedTuscarora Intermediate Unit 11
Newport State Police Barracks
Juniata Concrete
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
How Does This Compare?
Mexico (17056) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 48.
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.