Water Quality in MIFFLINTOWN, PA (17059)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17059.

142

Total Violations

22

Health-Based

120

Monitoring / Reporting

134

Resolved

What does this mean?

134 of 142 violations have been resolved. 22 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 120 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: 29 Population served: 9,279

Violations Detail (142 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ANov 10, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ANov 10, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(8)

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Mar 31Resolved

2024(23)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Nov 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Nov 10Resolved

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

Groundwater Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 12Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

MIFFLINTOWN (17059) has 142 recorded violations, including 22 health-based. 8 remain unresolved. 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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