Water Quality in Pittsburgh, PA
110 water systems serving 1,027,521 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Pittsburgh water systems is 11.4 ppb (Moderate). The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 5 systems have triggered action level violations.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 5192 |
| Health-based violations | 321 |
| Lead action level violations | 5 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Pittsburgh
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pittsburgh tap water safe to drink?
Pittsburgh tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania?
Pittsburgh has 110 public water systems serving approximately 1,027,521 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 11.4 ppb. There are 5192 total violations on record.
Does Pittsburgh have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 11.4 ppb across Pittsburgh's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 5 systems have triggered lead action level violations.
How many water utilities serve Pittsburgh?
110 public water systems are registered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 1,027,521 people.