Tap Water Quality in Pittsburgh, PA
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Pittsburgh Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~305,000 | Source: Allegheny River
Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority draws from the Allegheny River. The city has faced significant lead contamination issues, with an estimated 30,000 lead service lines. A 2016 change in treatment processes led to elevated lead levels, prompting a return to previous methods and an accelerated replacement program. Pittsburgh's industrial past has also left legacy contamination in some areas.
Common water quality concerns in Pittsburgh
Lead service lines
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PFAS
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Disinfection byproducts
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Industrial legacy contaminants
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What's in your Pittsburgh water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Pittsburgh water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Pittsburgh, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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