Water Quality in Lancaster, PA (17516)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17516.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 18 monitoring/reporting violations.
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.
5,180
Population
21
Water Systems
21
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
City Of Lancaster
1 health-basedTurkey Hill Dairy
1 health-basedLog Cabin
All resolvedTamarack & Spread Eagle Mhp
All resolvedLock 2 Recreation Area
Klines Run Park
Conestoga Wagon Restaurant
Gourmet Pretzel Galley
Colemanville United Meth Ch
Promised Land Cpgrd
All resolvedConestoga Comm Pool
Lancaster Caterers
Life Ministries
All resolvedSupper Bell Frozen Foods
Countryside Bible Chapel
Bethel Evan Ch
1 health-basedSafe Harbor Power Corp
All resolvedConestoga Twp Bldg Fire Co
Mamma Lynns Pizza
School House Grocery Store
Sielskis Duk On Inn
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.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Lancaster (17516) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 21.
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
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
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.