Water Quality in York, PA (17316)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17316.
Active Health Violations
7 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 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,497
Population
13
Water Systems
20
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (13)
York Water Co
1 health-basedLake Meade Muni Auth
All resolvedWeis Markets East Berlin
6 health-basedEast Berlin Area Joint Auth
All resolvedKralltown Elementary School
Morning Hour Chapel
Incredible Kid Academy
Apple Valley Creamery
Kralltown Mennonite School
Lunches By David
Lower Bermudian Lutheran Churc
G&G Mobilehome Park
Leas Mobile Home Park
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
York (17316) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 20.
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.