Water Quality in BETHLEHEM, PA (18018)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18018.
14
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
14
Monitoring / Reporting
14
Resolved
What does this mean?
14 of 14 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 14 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 (14 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
2024(3)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
How Does This Compare?
BETHLEHEM (18018) has 14 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.
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
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.