Water Quality in Philadelphia, PA (19128)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19128.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 45 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
38,039
Population
12
Water Systems
46
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Philadelphia Water Department
Philadelphia Water Department
All resolvedPhiladelphia Suburban Water Co
Aqua Pa Main System
1 health-basedQueen Lane Water Plant
Belmont Water Treatment Plant
North Penn Water Authority
Pa American Norristown
All resolvedLorimar Park
North Wales Water Authority
All resolvedSchuylkill Center For Env Edu
All resolvedReilys Candy
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Philadelphia (19128) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 46.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.