Water Quality in Wilkes-Barre, PA (18447)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18447.
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 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,470
Population
45
Water Systems
107
Violations (5yr)
11
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (45)
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
Regency Apartments Llc
Skyview Gardens Apts
All resolvedSkyview Gardens Heights Apts
1 health-basedBlakely Convalescent Home
Scott Manor
D Water Company
5 health-basedHickory Rod And Gun Club
The Den Restaurant
Double Daves Sports Bar
Fox Glen Gardens
4 health-basedAbington Heights Baptist Churc
Corpus Christi R C Church
Montdale Farm Dairy
Montdale Farm Dairy
All resolvedOld Mill Village Museum
E-Z Livin Mobilehome Park
Scholars In Training Preschool
All resolvedS New Milford Baptist Church
Little Acres Learning Mt Cobb
Super Fuel Food Mart
All resolvedT&P S Country Store
M & J Bar
All resolvedSpringdale Gardens
1 health-basedG And G Hotel Inc
Scott Volunteer Fire Company
Roland C Gay Campground
Vincenzos Pizzeria
Joseph Terry Civic Center
Boyarskys Cafe
Pizza Heaven
Endless Mountains Schools
Little Spuds Llc
Scott Tavern
Lauras Pizza & Hoagies
Shalkey Cafe
Micheles Variety And Tobacco
Maiolatesi Wine Cellars
All resolvedAbington Hills Research Center
Discount Food Products
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.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Wilkes-Barre (18447) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 107.
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.