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Tap Water Quality in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (ZIP 15208)

Serving Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Danger
14 above health guidelines
1
City
415+
Tested
14
Above Guidelines
6
Utilities

Is the Tap Water Safe in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania?

Tap water in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (ZIP 15208) has 14 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one of the 1 city served. We recommend reviewing detailed city reports below and considering a certified water filter for additional protection.

ZIP 15208 is served by 6 water utilities providing water to Pittsburgh. Water quality varies by utility and city. Click on the cities below to see detailed reports for your specific area.

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Water Quality Report for ZIP 15208

4 contaminants above EPA health guidelines

These levels represent the worst case across all cities in this ZIP code. Check individual city reports for specific details.

Bromoform

Found in Pittsburgh

1.7 PPB
Guideline: 0 PPB
Bromodichloromethane

Found in Pittsburgh

15.6 PPB
Guideline: 0 PPB
Lead

Found in Pittsburgh

0.00271 PPM
Guideline: 0 PPM
Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA)

Found in Pittsburgh

0.0114 PPM
Guideline: 0 PPM

Water Utilities Serving ZIP 15208

PA AMER WATER CO-PITTSBURGH

People Served:

686,000

Contact:
412-885-6064

Water Source:

Surface water

Contaminants Tested:

98

VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM HEINZ

People Served:

3,112

Contact:
814-243-8477

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

16

PITTSBURGH WATER & SEWER AUTH

People Served:

520,000

Contact:
412-255-8946

Water Source:

Surface water

Contaminants Tested:

100

RESERVE TWP WATER DEPT

People Served:

3,333

Contact:
412-322-1551

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

20

WILKINSBURG-PENN JT WATER AUTH

People Served:

125,000

Contact:
412-243-6200

Water Source:

Surface water

Contaminants Tested:

96

FAIRFIELD MANOR MHP

People Served:

92

Contact:
412-638-0287

Water Source:

Groundwater

Contaminants Tested:

85

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Best Water Filters for Pittsburgh (ZIP 15208)

Based on the contaminants found in your area, we recommend NSF-certified water filters that can remove the specific contaminants above health guidelines.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pittsburgh Tap Water

Is the tap water safe in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (ZIP 15208)?

Tap water in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (ZIP 15208) has 14 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one of the 1 city served. We recommend reviewing the detailed city reports below and considering a certified water filter for additional protection.

Which water utilities serve ZIP code 15208?

ZIP code 15208 is served by 6 water utilities: PA AMER WATER CO-PITTSBURGH, VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM HEINZ, PITTSBURGH WATER & SEWER AUTH, RESERVE TWP WATER DEPT, WILKINSBURG-PENN JT WATER AUTH, FAIRFIELD MANOR MHP.

How do I pay my water bill in Pittsburgh (ZIP 15208)?

PA AMER WATER CO-PITTSBURGH (the largest utility serving ZIP 15208) handles billing for most Pittsburgh addresses. Call 412-885-6064 to pay your bill or set up online payments. Other utilities serve smaller pockets of this ZIP — check the utility list below if you don't recognize PA AMER WATER CO-PITTSBURGH.

What contaminants are in Pittsburgh water (ZIP 15208)?

Water testing in ZIP 15208 found 4 contaminants above EPA health guidelines: Bromoform, Bromodichloromethane, Lead, Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA).

Should I use a water filter in Pittsburgh (ZIP 15208)?

Yes, we recommend using an NSF-certified water filter for ZIP 15208 because 14 contaminants are above EPA health guidelines. Reverse osmosis systems or under-sink filters certified to remove the specific contaminants found in your water are recommended.

What cities are in ZIP code 15208?

ZIP code 15208 serves Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

How we built this page

Water-quality data on this page comes from public federal and state records for the 6 utilityies serving ZIP 15208. We refresh each utility's record whenever its underlying source publishes new data.

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