Water Quality in Reading, PA (19554)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19554.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 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 22 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 81% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
338
Population
17
Water Systems
24
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Reading Area Water Authority
1 health-basedPa Dutch Campground
All resolvedBlue Mtn Family Restaurant
Haags Hotel
Mt Springs Camping Resort
1 health-basedFrieden'S Union Church
Chrome Palace
All resolvedSeasons Inn & Suites
Eva'S Sandwich Shop
Shartlesville Com Fire Co No 1
Wesner'S Sandwich Works
Pa Dutch Gift Haus
Shartlesville Com Fire Co No 1
Shartlesville Hotel
K & M Burger Ranch
Hawkeye Jensen
Dutch Motel
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Reading (19554) has more violations than 81% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 24.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.