Water Quality in Harrisburg, PA (17078)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17078.
Active Health Violations
4 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 87% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
23,840
Population
16
Water Systems
37
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Veolia Water
Capital Region Water
All resolvedLebanon Water Auth
All resolvedPa Amer Water Co
Keystone Water Co-Palmyra Dist
Keystone Water Co Palmyra Dis
Gravel Hill Umc Christian
In The Net Sports Complex
Lawn Elementary-Palmyra Sch D
Dela Ches Fishing Assn
Irvin Manheim Mhp
Smoking Aces Bbq
All resolvedFarmstead Market
Craley Mhp
3 health-basedKing Of Ice Cream
Sparkling Clear Water
1 health-basedContaminants 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.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Harrisburg (17078) has more violations than 87% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 37.
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.