Water Quality in DOWNINGTOWN, PA (19335)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19335.

220

Total Violations

40

Health-Based

180

Monitoring / Reporting

212

Resolved

What does this mean?

212 of 220 violations have been resolved. 40 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 180 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: 42 Population served: 22,118

Violations Detail (220 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(29)

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Aug 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Aug 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Resolved

2024(18)

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Active

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Jun 18Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Jun 18Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Jun 18Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Jun 18Resolved

How Does This Compare?

DOWNINGTOWN (19335) has 220 recorded violations, including 40 health-based. 8 remain unresolved. 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

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

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.

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