Water Quality in Reading, PA (19555)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19555.
Active Health Violations
4 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,577
Population
15
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Reading Area Water Authority
1 health-basedShoemakersville Boro Water Sys
All resolvedPerry Twp Golf
Perry Twp Muni Auth
1 health-basedMaterion Brush Inc
Glen Gery Inc
Engle'S Restaurant
Zions Lutheran Of Perry Twp
All resolvedOz Gedney Llc
Jzs Grille
Wolfe Dye & Bleach Works Inc
Perry Restaurant
1 health-basedRosas Family Restaurant
1 health-basedCandys Homemade Ital Ices
All resolvedP C Express
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Reading (19555) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
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.