Water Quality in Chambersburg, PA (17236)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17236.
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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,845
Population
28
Water Systems
138
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Chambersburg Boro Water Sys
All resolvedMercersburg Muni Water Auth
1 health-basedJames Buchanan Middle/High Sch
Saunderosa Park
All resolvedWhitetail Ski Resort
All resolvedMontgomery Elem School
All resolvedMercersburg Sportsman Assn
1 health-basedCamp Tohiglo
Mercersburg Church Of God
Herbrucks Of Pa
1 health-basedTuscarora Senior Activity Ctr
All resolvedMercersburg Auto Auction
Mercersburg Church Of God
Whitetail Golf Course Pro Shop
All resolvedColonial Sales Discount Center
Welsh Run Church Of Brethren
Cove Valley Camp
Sun Valley Campground
Lenwood Heights Water Assn
Kaisiesville Bible Church
Heisey Orchards Camp
Heisey Orchards Camp
Burkholders Trailer Court
Mt Zion Lutheran Church
Pennsylvania Cherry Llc
1 health-basedMellott Mfg Co
Welsh Run Market
Heisey Orchards Packing Plant
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Chambersburg (17236) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 138.
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.