Water Quality in NEEDMORE, PA (17238)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17238.
62
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
62
Monitoring / Reporting
62
Resolved
What does this mean?
62 of 62 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 62 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.
Violations Detail (62 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Ethylbenzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| 1,1-Dichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| 1,1-Dichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| 1,1-Dichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| p-Dichlorobenzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2022(60)
Trichloroethylene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Benzene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Benzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
Ethylbenzene
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Ethylbenzene
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Benzene
03
2021(2)
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
How Does This Compare?
NEEDMORE (17238) has 62 recorded violations, none of which are 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.
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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.