Water Quality in Lancaster, PA (17603)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17603.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 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 6 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 62% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
67,571
Population
44
Water Systems
8
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (44)
City Of Lancaster
1 health-basedTurkey Hill (Gilbert)
Turkey Hill Minit Markets #219
Pequea Twp Elem Sch
Turkey Hill Store #180
Letort Elem Sch
Trailer Village Incc/O R.Moyer
Pine View Dairy
1 health-basedManor Brethren In Christ Ch
New Danville Mennonite Ch
Washington Boro Community Park
Rhoad'S Mart
Wendys 004
Conestoga Country Club
Camp Hogan
New Danville Fire Co
Turkey Hill Minit Mkt 103
Turkey Hill Mini Mkt 257
Villa Nova Rest. & Bar No.2
Stauffers Of Kh Rohrerstown
Porky'S
Turkey Hill Minit Mkt
Apple Swimming &Recreational
Turkey Hill Mini Mkt 50
Turkey Hill # 105
Bowman Road Village Mhp
Steel Fab Enterprises
All resolvedCountry Manor Apartments
Blue Rock Mennonite Sch
All resolvedLanc Co Sol Wast Mgt Res Recov
All resolvedWillow Valley Golf Course
Turkey Hill #202
Country Barn
Central Manor Bakery & Grill
Columbus Association
Brinton Manor Retirement Home
Acorn Press
Market & More
Turkey Hill Minit Mkt 136
Turkey Hill #520
Turkey Hill #93-%T Linginfelte
Turkey Hill #114 %T.C.Fox
Market & More
River Corner Mennonite Church
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Lancaster (17603) has more violations than 62% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 8.
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.