Pittsburgh, PA (15275): 2 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems
EPA data for Western Allegheny County Mun a
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 15275 in Pittsburgh, PA contain 6 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 2 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 2 health-based violations and 4 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0009 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- PFAS At least one PFAS result is above an EPA MCL value (UCMR5 sampling; MCL compliance required from 2029).
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
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Although the dataset for Pittsburgh (15275) is limited in scope, one critical condition stands as the only elevated finding on record.
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The score is withheld for this ZIP: a water system serving it has EPA UCMR5 PFAS results above the value of an EPA PFAS MCL (with compliance required from 2029), and the current score input does not include that system. We will show the score again once it is recalculated with that system's PFAS results included.
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Safety & Health (8) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 15275 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is mapped to the water system Western Allegheny County Mun a (EPA ID: PA5020034). This system provides water to approximately 19,031 people from surface water sources.
Other Water Quality Reports in Pennsylvania
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- 15003 (Ambridge) - 16 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15004 (Atlasburg)
- 15005 (Baden) - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15006 (Bairdford)
- 15007 (Bakerstown) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15009 (Beaver) - 62 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15010 (Beaver Falls) - 27 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15012 (Belle Vernon) - 75 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15014 (Brackenridge) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 15015 (Bradfordwoods) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15017 (Bridgeville)
- 15018 (Buena Vista)
- 15019 (Bulger)
- 15020 (Bunola) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15021 (Burgettstown)
- 15022 (Charleroi) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15024 (Cheswick) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15025 (Clairton)
- 15026 (Clinton) - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 15071 (Oakdale) - 3 mi - 21 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15108 (Coraopolis) - 4 mi - 41 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15205 (Pittsburgh) - 4 mi - 43 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15126 (Imperial) - 5 mi - 24 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15082 (Sturgeon) - 5 mi
- 15231 (Pittsburgh) - 5 mi
- 15136 (Mc Kees Rocks) - 5 mi - 10 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 15225 (Pittsburgh) - 5 mi
- 15142 (Presto) - 5 mi
- 15106 (Carnegie) - 6 mi - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Western Allegheny County Mun a (PA5020034) on EPA.gov.
5 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
Compliance History
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 15275. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.
Detected compounds: PFOS, PFHxS.
Highest measured level: 0.0052 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (9) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (4) OK
Cost & Community (7) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 15275 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 6 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 15275 (primary system: Western Allegheny County Mun a), including 2 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 15275's water come from?
The recorded water source for Western Allegheny County Mun a, a system mapped to ZIP code 15275, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 19,031 people.
How can I get my water tested in Pittsburgh?
If Western Allegheny County Mun a supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 15275 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 15275 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.00095 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-09-30). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 15275?
15275 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Allegheny County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 15275's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 15275. One or more PFAS results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Pittsburgh, PA (15275): 2 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/15275/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 15275
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15071 | Oakdale, PA | 3.2 mi | F | 21 |
| 15108 | Coraopolis, PA | 3.6 mi | F | 41 |
| 15205 | Pittsburgh, PA | 4.2 mi | D | 43 |
| 15126 | Imperial, PA | 4.5 mi | D | 24 |
| 15082 | Sturgeon, PA | 4.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 15231 | Pittsburgh, PA | 4.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 15136 | Mc Kees Rocks, PA | 5.1 mi | C | 10 |
| 15225 | Pittsburgh, PA | 5.1 mi | C | 0 |
| 15142 | Presto, PA | 5.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 15106 | Carnegie, PA | 5.6 mi | C | 8 |
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