Water Quality in Wilkes-Barre, PA (18419)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18419.
Active Health Violations
11 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,734
Population
30
Water Systems
56
Violations (5yr)
11
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (30)
Pa Gas & Water Company
Pa Gas & Water Company
Pa Amer Water Co Lake Scranton
Pa Gas And Water Co - Nort Di
P G And Elmhurst 7
P G And W Brace Brook
Lackawanna Trail High School
Bluebird Ii
All resolvedTunnel Hill Drive Inn
Factoryville Clinton Park
All resolvedCarolyns Diner %C Salsman
Gins Tavern
2 health-basedManhattan Trailer Park
Endless Mountains Extended Car
All resolvedThe Clever Heifer Llc
Hoagie Hut
Rays Market
Yvonne'S Diner
Maplewood Heights
5 health-basedNc Stauffer And Sons Inc
1 health-basedKarps Bar & Grill
Darling Food Locker
Trail Side Inn
D&M Pizza
Lakeland Golf Course
All resolvedR & L Coffee Roasters
Cjs
2 health-basedSeamans Airport
Bella Pizza
1 health-basedBardwell Mobilehome Park
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Wilkes-Barre (18419) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 56.
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
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.