Water Quality in Tamaqua, PA (18252)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18252.
Active Health Violations
25 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 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
11,024
Population
36
Water Systems
104
Violations (5yr)
25
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (36)
Tamaqua Area Water Authority
5 health-basedBig Wrangler
West Penn Elementary
1 health-basedVersum Materials Us Llc
Marian High School
All resolvedRosemount Camping
12 health-basedHeislers Cloverleaf Dairy
All resolvedScrafford'S Enterprises Inc
Hcs & K Enterprises Inc
Leiby'S Dairy Store Inc
Two Kings Pizza
Mt. Spring Water
Hi-N-Lite Farms
Valley Drive-In Theater
West Penn Restaurant
All resolvedTamaqua Congregation Of Jehova
New England Fire Co
3 health-basedBasiles Italian Delight
Still Creek Tavern
Kokindas Learning Center
Clamtown Tavern
Ranch House Lounge
Calvary United Methodist Chrch
Roxy Hotel
Snyder'S
Valley Enterprises
Brachman'S Eating Place
Pines Motel
Skipper Dippers
3 health-basedSandys Showbar
Mahoning Valley Driving Range
Valley Road Farm
New England Valley Menn Church
All resolvedChantillys
1 health-basedOne Stop Fuels
All resolvedWest Penn Fish & Game Assoc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Tamaqua (18252) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 104.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.