Water Quality in Reading, PA (19541)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19541.
Past Health-Based Violations
5 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 3 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 62% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,367
Population
10
Water Systems
8
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
Reading Area Water Authority
1 health-basedBellemans Union Ch
All resolvedKings Academy
4 health-basedSchuylkill Valley Bible Ch
Pursels Sandwich Shop
Moms Home Cooking
Keith'S Bar
Drovers Grind
Wagonsellers Kountry Inn
Amatos Pizza
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Reading (19541) has more violations than 62% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 8.
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.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 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.