Water Quality in NEW ALBANY, PA (18833)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18833.
17
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
17
Monitoring / Reporting
17
Resolved
What does this mean?
17 of 17 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 17 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (17 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
2024(6)
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
NEW ALBANY (18833) has 17 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.