Water Quality in Lancaster, PA (17532)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17532.
Past Health-Based Violations
12 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 27 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,328
Population
17
Water Systems
39
Violations (5yr)
12
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
City Of Lancaster
1 health-basedTucquan Park
Rawlinsville Camp
Rawlinsville Brickhouse
All resolvedHoltwood Environmental Preserv
Lancaster Co Sportsmans Assn
All resolvedDeerfield Village Mhp
All resolvedCamp Andrews
All resolvedRestless Oaks Village Mhp
All resolvedOld Barn Creamery
10 health-basedGlen Cove Marina
Hobo Hollow Cpgrd
1 health-basedHoltwood Filter Plant Pa Power
Martic Store
All resolvedPinnacle Overlook Rec Pa P & L
Rawlinsville Fire Company
Olde Forge Recreation Park
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Lancaster (17532) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 39.
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.