Water Quality in Lebanon, PA
Lebanon's water has 5 contaminants above health guidelines. We recommend using a certified water filter.
Utility
LEBANON WATER AUTH
People Served
57,000
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Mar 6, 2025
Quick Summary
Contaminants Detected
⚠️ Contaminants Above Health Guidelines (5)
Chlorine (Free)
What is Chlorine (Free)?
Chlorine is a chemical element with the symbol Cl and atomic number 17. It is a yellow-green gas at room temperature and is a strong oxidizing agent. Chlorine is commonly used in water treatment to kill bacteria and other pathogens.
Health Effects
Exposure to chlorine can cause respiratory issues, skin irritation, and eye irritation. Ingesting chlorine can lead to gastrointestinal distress and other serious health problems.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Chlorine (Total)
What is Chlorine (Total)?
Chlorine is a chemical element with the symbol Cl and atomic number 17. It is a yellow-green gas at room temperature and is a strong oxidizing agent. Chlorine is commonly used in water treatment to kill bacteria and other pathogens, making water safe for drinking.
Health Effects
Exposure to chlorine can cause respiratory issues, skin irritation, and eye irritation. Ingesting high levels of chlorine can lead to gastrointestinal distress and other serious health problems.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Chloroform
What is Chloroform?
Member of trihalomethanes (THMs) that form in water treated with chlorine and is generally the most abundant THM formed in drinking water
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for chloroform have been developed based on kidney and liver carcinogenicity observed in animal studies, and liver toxicity observed in occupational studies. The EPA classifies chloroform as a probable human carcinogen based on animal evidence, and there is additional epidemiological evidence that may increase the risk of colon and bladder cancer in humans. Results from animal studies also suggest that exposure to chloroform can cause liver, developmental and immune toxicity. Acute exposure to low levels of chloroform will cause nervous system toxicity.
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Total THMs
What is Total THMs?
Group of contaminants that form in drinking water systems when a disinfectant, typically chlorine, reacts with organic matter
Health Effects
Drinking water standards for total THMs are based on evidence of carcinogenicity in human and animal studies, as well as liver and kidney toxicity observed in animal studies. Individual THMs have been further associated with developmental, immune, spleen, and genotoxicity.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA)
What is Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA)?
Member of haloacetic acids (HAAs) that form as byproducts when chlorine reacts with organic matter
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for TCA in drinking water have been developed based on liver toxicity and carcinogenicity observed in animal studies. EPA has classified TCA as a possible human carcinogen. Developmental toxicity has also been associated with exposure to TCA based on evidence from animal studies.
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Understanding the Data
This data comes from your local water utility testing. The bar charts compare detected levels against health guidelines (HGL). Contaminants above the health guideline are shown by default and may require filtration. All other tested contaminants are within safe levels and can be viewed by expanding the section above.
Recommended Water Filters for Lebanon
Based on Lebanon's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above health guidelines.
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Whirlpool Corporation
EDR3RXD1B[2] [Pb] EDR3RXD1B[2] [Pb]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
2001 gal
Filter Life
7 mo
Flow Rate
0.5 gpm
Removes 17 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene, Carbofuran +12 more
Whirlpool Corporation
EDR3RXD1R[2] [Pb] EDR3RXD1R[2] [Pb]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
2001 gal
Filter Life
7 mo
Flow Rate
0.5 gpm
Removes 17 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene, Carbofuran +12 more
Sears Brands Management Corporation
P1KB1 P1KB1
NSF Certified:
Capacity
2001 gal
Filter Life
7 mo
Flow Rate
0.5 gpm
Removes 18 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene, Carbofuran +13 more
Sears Brands Management Corporation
P1KB2 P1KB2
NSF Certified:
Capacity
1001 gal
Filter Life
3 mo
Flow Rate
0.5 gpm
Removes 19 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, 1,4 Dichlorobenzene, Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene +14 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Lebanon's water has 5 contaminants above health guidelines. We strongly recommend using a certified water filter to reduce exposure to these contaminants. Check our filter recommendations below for NSF-certified options that can remove the specific contaminants found in Lebanon's water.