Water Quality in DRUMS, PA (18222)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18222.

308

Total Violations

65

Health-Based

243

Monitoring / Reporting

291

Resolved

What does this mean?

291 of 308 violations have been resolved. 65 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 243 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: 54 Population served: 5,363

Violations Detail (308 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 24, 2025ActiveN/A
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 24, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2025(17)

Groundwater Rule

45

Sep 24Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Sep 24Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(56)

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Dec 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Dec 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Dec 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 10Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Sep 20Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Sep 20Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Sep 20Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Sep 20Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Sep 20Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Sep 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 10Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Active

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Feb 29Resolved

How Does This Compare?

DRUMS (18222) has 308 recorded violations, including 65 health-based. 17 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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