Water Quality in HAMBURG, PA (19526)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19526.

187

Total Violations

5

Health-Based

182

Monitoring / Reporting

185

Resolved

What does this mean?

185 of 187 violations have been resolved. 5 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 182 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: 36 Population served: 14,292

Violations Detail (187 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ANov 10, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ANov 10, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2024(16)

Public Notice

75

Nov 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 10Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

2023(55)

LASSO

03

Dec 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Dec 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Dec 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Dec 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Dec 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Dec 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Dec 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

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

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

HAMBURG (19526) has 187 recorded violations, including 5 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.

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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