Water Quality in PLUMSTEADVILLE, PA (18949)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 18949.

296

Total Violations

0

Health-Based

296

Monitoring / Reporting

296

Resolved

What does this mean?

296 of 296 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 296 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.

Water systems: 9 Population served: 1,803

Violations Detail (296 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
EndrinMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
HEXACHLOROBENZENEMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
EndrinMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
EndrinMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2025(4)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

2024(2)

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

PLUMSTEADVILLE (18949) has 296 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.

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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