Water Quality in Palmerton, PA (18071)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18071.
Active Health Violations
35 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
11,313
Population
33
Water Systems
146
Violations (5yr)
35
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (33)
Palmerton Municipal Authority
All resolvedPalmerton Memorial Park
All resolvedBlue Mt Ski Area
All resolvedThe Riverwalck
6 health-basedBlue Mountain Ski Area
Towamensing Elementary
All resolvedPalmerton Rod And Gun Club Inc
All resolvedSmittys French Fries
Sunny Rest Resort
Fernbrook & Co.
Jerusalem Union Church
Don Laine Campground
1 health-basedBlue Shamrock Golf Club
St John'S Lutheran
Bucks Tavern
Towamensing Vol Fire Co
All resolvedVillage Professional Plaza
Sonlife Full Gospel Fellowship
Little Gap Kitchen And Bar
Indigo Jeans
Vfw Palmerton Post 7134
15 health-basedBowmanstown Rod And Gun Club
Blue Mountain Pub
C&Js Mountain Warriors
1 health-basedFireline Hotel
Pine Meadows Personal Care
Strohls Grove
Diggity Dog
Costenbaders Mobile Home Park
Big Creek Bar B Q
Gilbert Medical Unit
Sunnys Quick Mart
Scenic View Personal Care Home
12 health-basedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2023
How Does This Compare?
Palmerton (18071) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 146.
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.