Water Quality in Allentown, PA (18049)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18049.
Active Health Violations
4 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 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,941
Population
34
Water Systems
30
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (34)
Lca Allentown Division
All resolvedLca Wlsa Central Division
Emmaus Borough Public Water
1 health-basedLuth Church Of The Holy Spirit
Big Woodys
Yoccos South
Buckeye Pipe Line Co
All resolvedThe Barn
Chestnut Street Plaza
Elite Sports Academy
Top Star Express #105
Countryside
Mystic Chain Hall
All resolvedPremier Early Learning Center
Lehigh Valley Baptist Church
All resolvedYoccos 100
House & Barn
The Trapp Door Gastropub
Top Star Express #103
2 health-basedTop Star #108
Vera Cruz Tavern
Vera Cruz E C Church
Countryside
Hondarosa Valley
Zionsville Bible Fellowship
Papa Rossis Pizzeria
All resolvedEmmaus Shopping Center
1 health-basedGreystone At Shimerville
Hilltop Gardens On Chestnut
Smokin Smittys Catering
Louies Bakery
All resolvedMiller'S Iga
Ethos Clinic
Old Skewl Kichn
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Allentown (18049) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 30.
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.