Water Quality in BALLY, PA (19503)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19503.

139

Total Violations

8

Health-Based

131

Monitoring / Reporting

137

Resolved

What does this mean?

137 of 139 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 131 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: 3 Population served: 2,346

Violations Detail (139 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2023ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2023ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
BHC-GAMMAMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2022ResolvedN/A
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2022ResolvedN/A
PicloramMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2022ResolvedN/A
PicloramMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2022ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2024(2)

Groundwater Rule

31

Oct 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Oct 31Resolved

2023(4)

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BALLY (19503) has 139 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. 2 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.

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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