Water Quality in EAST BERLIN, PA (17316)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17316.
51
Total Violations
24
Health-Based
27
Monitoring / Reporting
49
Resolved
What does this mean?
49 of 51 violations have been resolved. 24 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 27 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 (51 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(10)
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
2024(7)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4A
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
How Does This Compare?
EAST BERLIN (17316) has 51 recorded violations, including 24 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. 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
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
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.