Water Quality in Allentown, PA (18015)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18015.
Active Health Violations
14 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
34,852
Population
24
Water Systems
60
Violations (5yr)
14
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
Lca Allentown Division
All resolvedCity Of Bethlehem
All resolvedEaston Area Water System
Easton Suburban Water Auth
Lca Wlsa Central Division
Northampton Boro Muni Auth
All resolvedLower Saucon Authority
1 health-basedSaucon Valley Country Club
Sunset Point Association
1 health-basedO K Corral
The French Connections % Blac
Se Wy Co Vol Fire Co
New Jerusalem Lutheran Church
Reeb Millwork (Delmarva Sash & Door)1315
6 health-basedLower Saucon Vol.Fire Dept.
Saucon Valley Acres
All resolvedSteel City Mennonite
Lafayette Exxon Kwik Pik
Dealtrey Flp Property
Laible Mobilehome Court
Reeb Millwork Of Maryland, Inc. 1302
6 health-basedYe Olde Spring Valley Tavern
B And K Catering
Lower Saucon Sportsmans Assoc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Allentown (18015) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 60.
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
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.