Water Quality in COOPERSBURG, PA (18036)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18036.

170

Total Violations

3

Health-Based

167

Monitoring / Reporting

157

Resolved

What does this mean?

157 of 170 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 167 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.

Water systems: 33 Population served: 6,092

Violations Detail (170 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ANov 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ANov 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Radium-228MonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer
Radium-228MonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer
ArsenicMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
ArsenicMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
ArsenicMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
ArsenicMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2024(10)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Radium-228

03

Sep 30Resolved

Radium-228

03

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

04

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

04

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

04

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

04

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2023(4)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

COOPERSBURG (18036) has 170 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 13 remain 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.

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.

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