Water Quality in WAYNESBORO, PA (17268)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17268.

133

Total Violations

0

Health-Based

133

Monitoring / Reporting

133

Resolved

What does this mean?

133 of 133 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 133 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: 36 Population served: 28,235

Violations Detail (133 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 10, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 10, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(7)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

May 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

May 10Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

2024(26)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

How Does This Compare?

WAYNESBORO (17268) has 133 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.

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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