Water Quality in Wilkes-Barre, PA (18446)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18446.
Active Health Violations
2 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 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,209
Population
34
Water Systems
32
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (34)
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
Eaton Sewer & Water Co
All resolvedNicholson Boro Auth
Sunrise Lake Family Campground
Rock Creek Golf Course
1 health-basedRivenburgs Auction
Gins Tavern
Welsh Hill Cong United Church
United Methodist Church
Meshoppen Townhouse Apts
Lenoxville Community Hall
Mucics Hot Dogs
Bull Pen Drive In
Nicholson Diner
1 health-basedDowntown Takeout At Belv Lanes
Whites Ferry Road Apts
Old Orchard Apts
All resolvedLake Sheridan Union Chapel
Lenoxville General Store
Barnes Restaurant
Winola View Apts
Paolucci Farm
Schmidts Market
Hallie Hayden Arco Gas Station
Sheridan Lounge
The Glenwood Store
Buckwheats Barbeque
Knobb Hill Water System
Paolucci Farm
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.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Wilkes-Barre (18446) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 32.
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.
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.