Water Quality in JIM THORPE, PA (18229)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18229.

205

Total Violations

24

Health-Based

181

Monitoring / Reporting

196

Resolved

What does this mean?

196 of 205 violations have been resolved. 24 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 181 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: 47 Population served: 21,433

Violations Detail (205 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 6, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 27, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 27, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 27, 2025ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 23, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 23, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 23, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 19, 2025ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2025(20)

Public Notice

75

Sep 6Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 27Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 27Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jul 27Active

E. COLI

34

Jun 23Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 23Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 23Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jun 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jun 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jun 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jun 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jun 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

2024(18)

Public Notice

75

Aug 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 23Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 13Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 13Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 13Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jul 13Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jul 13Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4F

Jul 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 10Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

How Does This Compare?

JIM THORPE (18229) has 205 recorded violations, including 24 health-based. 9 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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