June 17, 2026
Lead in Pennsylvania Drinking Water 2026
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Lead in Pennsylvania Drinking Water 2026
Lead contamination has been detected in drinking water systems across Pennsylvania. Lead has no safe exposure level. It causes neurological damage, especially in children. Sources include aging pipes and plumbing fixtures. Our analysis of Pennsylvania water quality reports found Lead present in 33 cities and water systems statewide. If you live in one of these communities, a certified home filter can significantly reduce your exposure -- browse Lead filters at PureWaterGuys.
Cities in Pennsylvania with Lead Detected
The following 33 water systems in Pennsylvania reported Lead in their annual water quality reports. Click any city to read the full report.
| City / Water System | Water Quality Report |
|---|---|
| Boyers Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Centre Hall Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Clarks Summit Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Cyclone Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Darlington Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Elmhurst Township Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Garnet Valley Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Harrison Valley Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Harwick Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Honeybrook Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| James City Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Kunkletown Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lake Harmony Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lopez Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lucinda Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mcadoo Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Meshoppen Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Montandon Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Montoursville Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Moscow Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Newport Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Pittsburgh Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Plymouth Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Rehrersburg Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Roulette Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Royalton Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sproul Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Tannersville Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Trout Run Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Ulster Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Ulysses Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Union Dale Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Weatherly Pa Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
What Does This Mean For You?
Detecting Lead in your water supply does not necessarily mean immediate danger, but long-term exposure -- even at low levels -- carries measurable health risk. NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems remove lead effectively.
Our recommendation: View Lead filters certified for Pennsylvania water conditions or take our free Water Finder Quiz to get a personalized recommendation.
Filter Lead From Your Pennsylvania Tap Water
PureWaterGuys carries NSF-certified filters proven to reduce Lead and other contaminants found in Pennsylvania water.
Shop Lead Filters Take the Water QuizFrequently Asked Questions
What is Lead?
Lead has no safe exposure level. It causes neurological damage, especially in children. Sources include aging pipes and plumbing fixtures.
Is Pennsylvania tap water safe to drink?
Water quality varies by city. Of the Pennsylvania systems we analyzed, 33 detected Lead. Most levels are below EPA action thresholds, but long-term low-level exposure carries health risk. Check your city's report above or use a certified home filter as a precaution.
What filter removes Lead from tap water?
NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems remove lead effectively. See our Lead filter options.
Data sourced from EPA-mandated annual water quality reports (Consumer Confidence Reports). Last updated: 2026. Not all systems are required to test for every contaminant.