Water Quality in York, PA (17356)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17356.
Active Health Violations
3 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 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
22,869
Population
29
Water Systems
89
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (29)
York Water Co
1 health-basedRed Lion Municipal Authority
All resolvedPleasant View Church
All resolvedClearview Elementary School
N Hopewell Winterstown Elem
All resolvedBella Roma Pizza
2 health-basedSt Pauls Chapel United Meth Ch
Chanceford Elem Sch
Red Lion Jehovahs Witnesses
All resolvedDietzs Catering
Joyces Country Kitchen
Small World Kitchens
Godfreys Ice Cream
Red Lion Zion Church
Sylvan Hills Water Works
Pappy'S Delight
Sam Lewis State Park Well #2
Countryside Family Restaurant
Cape Horn Subs N More
Spring Valley Pool
Camp Sabra
Red Lion Food Service
St Lukes New Bridgeville
Dads Place
D & K Surplus Grocery
Smiths Grocery
New Bridgeville Fire Co
Justa Smokin
Young Chow Restaurant
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
York (17356) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 89.
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.