Water Quality in Shamokin, PA (17801)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17801.
Active Health Violations
15 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,429
Population
47
Water Systems
161
Violations (5yr)
15
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (47)
Aqua Pa Roaring Creek Division
All resolvedPa American White Deer
Municipal Authority Sunbury
1 health-basedTulpehocken Spring Water Co
Dutch Valle Food Co Inc
Northumberland Wa % R Haddon
Creamy Delight Inc.
Oaklyn Elementary School
Weis Market
Motor Vu Drive In
Village Ctr At Lords Valley
All resolvedOld Steel Auction
Augusta Boys Inc.
Joseph Priestley Elem. School
Ccs
Youth Challenge International
Irish Valley Campground
2 health-basedSunbury Airport Campsite
3 health-basedThe Village Center
All resolvedShelley'S Place
Northumberland County Sports
Stielys River Shore Campsite
6 health-basedMama Macs
Teen Challenge Institute
Weis Market Waverly
Sunbury Bible Church
Island Park Administration Bld
Log Cabin Inn
Weis Market #93
Hickory Dickory Day Nursery
Sunbury Animal Hospital
All resolvedAnthracite Industries Inc
Susquehanna State Park
Augusta Water Inc
All resolvedFantasy Island Campground
Gabriellas Pizzeria And Rest
Camp Shawnee Llc
All resolvedPoint Drive In
2 health-basedAugusta Spring Water
Renns Campground
Whispering Oaks Vineyard
All resolvedTwisted Gregs Soft Serve
Route 61 Events
All resolvedPenns Tavern
1 health-basedUpper Augusta Twp Vol Fire Co
Pine Wood Campground
Shikellamy State Park
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
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
How Does This Compare?
Shamokin (17801) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 161.
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.
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.