Water Quality in PEN ARGYL, PA (18072)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18072.
35
Total Violations
11
Health-Based
24
Monitoring / Reporting
27
Resolved
What does this mean?
27 of 35 violations have been resolved. 11 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 24 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 (35 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 24, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 24, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 14, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 14, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 14, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 14, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 14, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 14, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 19, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 19, 2025 | Active | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(15)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
2023(10)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4F
Public Notice
76
Public Notice
76
How Does This Compare?
PEN ARGYL (18072) has 35 recorded violations, including 11 health-based. 8 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.
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.