Water Quality in South Canaan, PA (18459)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18459.
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 60% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8
Water Systems
7
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (8)
S Canaan Administrative Center
Saint Tikhons Seminary
Country Trails Country Store
1 health-basedSaint Tikhons Seminary
1 health-basedLoveshaw Incorporated
The Oxbow Restaurant
The Ninth Hole
St Tikhons Monastery
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated 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)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jun 2022
How Does This Compare?
South Canaan (18459) has more violations than 60% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 7.
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
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.