Water Quality in Lancaster, PA (17534)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17534.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 9 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 67% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
26
Water Systems
10
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (26)
City Of Lancaster
1 health-basedLeacock Twp Mun Auth
All resolvedFamily Cupboard Restaurant
Kitchen Kettle Village Srvcs
Rutts Coffee Shop
Intercourse Village Inn & Rest
Harvest Drive Family Inn
Hex Barn %Robert Devlin
Village Restaurant
Conestoga Mineral Water Co
Watson Run
Immer Gut Pretzel
Bravo Pizza
Beacon Hill Camping
Stoltzfus Farm Restaurant
The Good Scoop
Travelers Rest Motel
Acorn Acres
All resolvedIntercourse Fire Co
Amishland Prints
Zimmerman & Sons Inc
Leacock Twp Park
Good Cooking Store
Towne Cafe
Sadies Of Lancaster
Ye Olde English Shoppe
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jun 2024
How Does This Compare?
Lancaster (17534) has more violations than 67% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 10.
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.
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.