Water Quality in PALMERTON, PA (18071)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18071.

454

Total Violations

129

Health-Based

325

Monitoring / Reporting

444

Resolved

What does this mean?

444 of 454 violations have been resolved. 129 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 325 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: 12,332

Violations Detail (454 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 11, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 11, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 19, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 19, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJan 9, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJan 9, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJan 9, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 9, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 9, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 25, 2024ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(9)

E. COLI

34

Jul 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 11Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jan 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jan 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jan 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jan 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jan 9Resolved

2024(20)

Public Notice

75

Jul 25Active

E. COLI

34

Jul 9Active

E. COLI

34

Jul 9Active

E. COLI

34

Jul 9Active

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Jun 30Active

E. COLI

34

May 6Resolved

E. COLI

34

May 6Resolved

E. COLI

34

May 6Resolved

E. COLI

34

May 6Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

How Does This Compare?

PALMERTON (18071) has 454 recorded violations, including 129 health-based. 10 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

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

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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