Water Quality in Orwigsburg, PA (17961)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17961.
Active Health Violations
12 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 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,740
Population
53
Water Systems
121
Violations (5yr)
12
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (53)
Orwigsburg Municipal Water Wks
1 health-basedBlue Mountain High School
Deer Lake Citizens Assoc
1 health-basedBlue Mtn Elementary West
Maple Leaf Farm
Super Gas
East Brunswick Elementary
Orwigsburg Diner
Dixon Ticonderoga
Roman Delight Iii
All resolvedSchuylkill Country Club
Zions Red Church
Swiss Chalet
Shalmet Corporation
All resolvedGrace Bible Church Hawk Mtn
Russos Pizza Den
1 health-basedAcopian Center
Hawk Valley General Store
Creek Side Pub
Deer Lake Inn
Three Cs Family Restaurant
Adventure Academy I
Orwigsburg Gun Club
3 health-basedEnvironmental Stone Works
All resolvedMae Eitel
1 health-basedTwo Hundred Pinebrook Place
1 health-basedPractice Management Advisors
Roadhouse 61
3 health-basedBirdys Bar And Grill
Fort Motel
Dan'S Wagon Shed
Childs
Boyers Iga
Jones & Hunt
Broadleaf Manor Mhp
Angelillos Market
Pinebrook Place Ltd
All resolvedBobs Family Restaurant
S-A Trout Ponds
Hollenbush-Tupperware Inc
Vintage This Repurpose That
Boyers Food Mkt
Brothers Bbq
Blue Mnt Family Chiropractic
Schuylkill Racquet Club
1 health-basedRig Rescue Lounge
Dans Ice Cream
All resolvedThe Cafe
The Golden Clam
Snack Shack
Behler Patterns Inc
Lee Development
Catfish Creek Fishing Camp Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
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 & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Orwigsburg (17961) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 121.
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.