Bradford
Is Bradford tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Bradford scores 0/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Bradford. We found 313 total violations (58 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 03:30 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Bradford.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Bradford?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Filtration technologies matched to Bradford contaminant records.
Baby Formula Safety
Guidance on preparing infant formula using municipal tap water in Bradford.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Municipal water quality in Bradford directly influences pipe corrosion rates and home filtration needs. With a score of 0/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Bradford
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Bradford.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bradford tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Bradford scores 0/100.
How many water systems serve Bradford?
Bradford is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Bradford?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Bradford.
What is the water quality score for Bradford?
The water quality score for Bradford is 0 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Bradford?
The top contaminants detected in Bradford include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Bradford Water Quality Summary
Bradford, PA receives a water quality score of 0/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Bradford's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Bradford's score of 0 is 71 points below the Pennsylvania state average of 71, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Pennsylvania water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Bradford (1)
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