Water Quality in MEXICO, PA (17056)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17056.

192

Total Violations

25

Health-Based

167

Monitoring / Reporting

192

Resolved

What does this mean?

192 of 192 violations have been resolved. 25 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 167 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 11 Population served: 1,598

Violations Detail (192 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AApr 2, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AApr 2, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AApr 2, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitriteMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath

Violation Timeline

2025(3)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Apr 2Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Apr 2Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Apr 2Resolved

2024(16)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrite

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrite

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrite

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrite

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 14Resolved

How Does This Compare?

MEXICO (17056) has 192 recorded violations, including 25 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

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.

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