Water Quality in Lancaster, PA (17601)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17601.
Active Health Violations
7 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 83% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
56,382
Population
41
Water Systems
27
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (41)
City Of Lancaster
1 health-basedEast Earl Llc
Eurofins Lanc Laboratories Inc
Getty Petroleum Store # 69436
Larrys Pastry Shop B Graham
Classic Mini Mart And Bar
All resolvedEastwood Village Mobilehome Pk
Your Place
Conowingo Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedJ E Fritz Elementary School
Living Word Academy
Country Gardens Trailer Court
Goodhart & Sons Inc.
Mennonite Home
Rolling Hills Mhp
All resolvedSmoketown Elem Sch
Good To Go Cafe
Hilltop Acres Mhp
Michael Marko
Golden Meadows
Getty Mart Intercourse
Groffdale Mobilehome Park
4 health-basedBrandywine Mobile Home Park
Hilltop Mobile Home Park
Randazzos Pizza
Your Place
Silver Spring Family Restauran
White Oak Lanc Leb Iu 13
Identicard Systems Inc.
Fairland Elem Sch
All resolvedStauffers Of Oregon Pike
Maybelle Manor Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedCitgo Subway Quarryville
Sunoco Royal Mart
Getty 69680
Plainfield Acres
Wellspring Commons
All resolvedPenn Johns School
C O Nolt & Son
M & S Distribution
Lancaster Fine Foods
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
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 2025
How Does This Compare?
Lancaster (17601) has more violations than 83% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 27.
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
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
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.