Water Quality in Lancaster, PA (17562)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17562.
Past Health-Based Violations
13 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 21 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 86% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,373
Population
31
Water Systems
34
Violations (5yr)
13
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (31)
City Of Lancaster
1 health-basedRevere Tavern
All resolvedCalvary Monument Bible Church
Keystone Evangelical Church
All resolvedRoute 30 Family Restaurant
Linville Hill Mennonite Sch
Smoketown Diner
Bay Window Deli
Nickel Mines Pool
St John'S United Methodist Ch
Rainbow Dinner Theatre
American Colony Crafts
Clubhouse Restaurant And Sport
Paradise Meadows
Colemans Creamery
Vintage Sales Stables
Nickel Mines Community Pool
Nickel Mines Store
Bylers Quick Mart
Christs Home For Children
All resolvedJava Joes
Lapp Lumber
Ambassadors For Christ
8 health-basedLatte Luv Espresso
All resolvedFoxs Corner
Christ Home For Children
Green Tree Market
All resolvedSweets For Sweeties
Cackleberry Farm Antique Mall
4 health-basedParadise Community Building
Brickhouse Coffee & Kitchen
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.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Lancaster (17562) has more violations than 86% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 34.
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.