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Tap Water Quality in Allentown, Pennsylvania (ZIP 18106)

Serving Allentown, Pennsylvania

Danger
20 above health guidelines
1
City
389+
Tested
20
Above Guidelines
6
Utilities

Is the Tap Water Safe in Allentown, Pennsylvania?

Tap water in Allentown, Pennsylvania (ZIP 18106) has 20 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 18106 is served by 6 water utilities providing water to Allentown. 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 18106

6 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 Allentown

2.02 PPB
Guideline: 0 PPB
Bromodichloromethane

Found in Allentown

10.9 PPB
Guideline: 0 PPB
Lead

Found in Allentown

0.0025 PPM
Guideline: 0 PPM
Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA)

Found in Allentown

0.00888 PPM
Guideline: 0 PPM
Tetrachloroethylene

Found in Allentown

0.495 PPB
Guideline: 0 PPB
Uranium

Found in Allentown

0.00527 PPM
Guideline: 0 PPM

Water Utilities Serving ZIP 18106

LCA WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP DIV

People Served:

965

Contact:
610-398-2503

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

24

GILLETT MHC

People Served:

100

Contact:
586-871-9237

Water Source:

Groundwater under influence of surface water

Contaminants Tested:

100

SWT ALLENTOWN CONS SYSTEM

People Served:

1,300

Contact:
610-398-0407

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

17

LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION

People Served:

118,000

Contact:
610-398-2503

Water Source:

Surface water

Contaminants Tested:

139

HANOVER TOWNSHIP LEHIGH COUNTY

People Served:

520

Contact:
610-264-1069

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

16

LCA UPPER MILFORD CENTRAL DIV

People Served:

256

Contact:
610-398-2503

Water Source:

Groundwater

Contaminants Tested:

93

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Best Water Filters for Allentown (ZIP 18106)

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 Allentown Tap Water

Is the tap water safe in Allentown, Pennsylvania (ZIP 18106)?

Tap water in Allentown, Pennsylvania (ZIP 18106) has 20 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 18106?

ZIP code 18106 is served by 6 water utilities: LCA WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP DIV, GILLETT MHC, SWT ALLENTOWN CONS SYSTEM, LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION, HANOVER TOWNSHIP LEHIGH COUNTY, LCA UPPER MILFORD CENTRAL DIV.

How do I pay my water bill in Allentown (ZIP 18106)?

LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION (the largest utility serving ZIP 18106) handles billing for most Allentown addresses. Call 610-398-2503 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 LCA ALLENTOWN DIVISION.

What contaminants are in Allentown water (ZIP 18106)?

Water testing in ZIP 18106 found 6 contaminants above EPA health guidelines: Bromoform, Bromodichloromethane, Lead, Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA), Tetrachloroethylene, and more.

Should I use a water filter in Allentown (ZIP 18106)?

Yes, we recommend using an NSF-certified water filter for ZIP 18106 because 20 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 18106?

ZIP code 18106 serves Allentown, 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 18106. We refresh each utility's record whenever its underlying source publishes new data.

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