Water Quality in TOWER CITY, PA (17980)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17980.
136
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
136
Monitoring / Reporting
135
Resolved
What does this mean?
135 of 136 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 136 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (136 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(2)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
2023(8)
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
How Does This Compare?
TOWER CITY (17980) has 136 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 1 remains unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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
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.