Water Quality in Lancaster, PA (17519)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17519.
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 58 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,127
Population
17
Water Systems
61
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
City Of Lancaster
1 health-basedShady Maple
All resolvedWeaverland Valley Blue Ball
Terre Hill Borough
All resolvedMartins Trailside Truck Center
Goods Store
All resolvedConestoga Wood Specialties
All resolvedWeaverland Mennonite Church
All resolvedGoods Store-Goodwill
Wide Hollow School
Union Grove Mennonite School
Darling Ingredients Inc
1 health-basedTwin Springs
All resolvedPinehurst Manor
1 health-based322 Properties Llc
All resolvedRanck Family Restaurant
Cedar Creek Farm Market
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.
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?
Lancaster (17519) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 61.
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
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.