Water Quality in Reading, PA (19565)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19565.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 68% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,302
Population
15
Water Systems
11
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Reading Area Water Authority
1 health-basedWernersville Muni Water Auth
Wernersville State Hosp
Caron Foundation
Calabria Restaurant
All resolvedChit Chat Farms
Our Place
Lebanon Valley Sportsmens Assn
Motel Deska
The Blue Marsh Inn
Rons South Mountain Inn Inc
Ann'S Boarding Home
Keystone West Mhp
Pagerly Detective & Sec Agency
Keystone West Mobile Home
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
How Does This Compare?
Reading (19565) has more violations than 68% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 11.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.