Water Quality in Reading, PA (19560)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19560.
Active Health Violations
32 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 99% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,137
Population
28
Water Systems
312
Violations (5yr)
32
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Reading Area Water Authority
1 health-basedBorough Of Temple
Giorgio Fresh
All resolvedGiorgio Foods Inc
Dew Fresh Inc
2 health-basedGiorgi Farm 1
4 health-basedGiorgi Farm 1 Transient Wells
22 health-basedQuinta Las Cabanas Grove
All resolvedGalen Hall Cc Inc
Giorgi Farm 3 Plant 2
Giorgi Mushroom Farm 2 1to3
All resolvedGiorgi Farm 3 Plant 13
Giorgi Mushroom Farm 3 Plant 5
Giorgi Mushroom Farm3 Plnt3&4
All resolvedGaspari Farms Georgia Rd
Giorgi Farm 3 Plant 1
Alsace Fc #8 Engine House
Big H Tamarack
Alsace Manor Fire Co
All resolvedAlsace Christian Fellowship
Marisols Bakery & Cafe
Gaspari Farms Plant 8
Gaspari Farms Plant 4
2 health-basedGaspari Plant 3 And 9
All resolvedGaspari Farms Plant 6
Donna Bella Plant 4
Ontelaunee Farms
1 health-basedGiorgi Mushroom Farm2 Plant4
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Reading (19560) has more violations than 99% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 312.
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
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
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.