Water Quality in York, PA (17404)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17404.
Active Health Violations
5 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 81% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
39,374
Population
46
Water Systems
23
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (46)
York Water Co
1 health-basedRutters Farm Store 77
All resolvedRutters Farm Store #20
All resolvedRutters Farm Store 37
Rutters Store 17
Rutters 92
All resolvedRutters Farm Store #24
All resolvedRutters Store 59
2 health-basedRutters Store 36
Christian School Of York
Beaver Creek Village
Rutters Farm Store 78
1 health-basedRutters 66
Rutters Farm Store 44
All resolvedMt View Water Co Westwood Mhp
St Paul'S Luthern
First Choice Convenience
Yorktowne Golf Club Snack Bar
Outdoor Country Club Of York
Mid Penn Water Works
Countryside Mobile Home Park
Mt View Water Co-C. C. West
Grandview Golf Club
Brandywine Congregation
1 health-basedRoundtown Elementary School
Hepplewhite Water Co
Shiloh American Legion Post791
Rutters Farm Store #29
Postmans Valley Home Assn
Yorktowne Golf Club Inc
7th Day Adventist Sch
Woodland Acres Mhp
Pine Hill Farm Apt
Rutters Farm Store #58
Rutters Farm Store #34
Rutters Farm Store #31
Wee Care Nursery School
Rutter'S Dairy
Three Little Pigs
Pensupreme #149
Out Door Country Club
Steve'S Grocerette
Yorktowne Social Club
Bentzels Mill Taproom
L & L Mhp
York Haven Hydroelectric Sta
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
York (17404) has more violations than 81% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 23.
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.