Water Quality in Indianapolis, IN (46203)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46203.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 70 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
37,758
Population
25
Water Systems
73
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (25)
Citizens Water - Indianapolis
City Of Lawrence Utilities
3 health-basedSaint Monica School
Good Shepherd Umc/Little Lamb Chldrn Min
All resolvedSt. John Lutheran Church School
St. John Lutheran Church
Southeastern Nursery School
Victory Park Business Center
The Bible Church Of Indianapolis, Inc.
Eddie'S Pastries
South Emerson Church Of God
All resolvedSweet Ts Cottage Bakery, Llc
All resolvedBranding Iron
Southeast Family Dental
All resolvedLinder'S Dairy Center
Latin Cove
County Market-Brdwy
Saint John Ev Lutheran School
Dominicks Finer Foods #1148
Dominicks Finer Foods #0054
Shell Oil Co. Atec
Jack And Jill Vending Machine (133124)
Dominicks Finer Foods #3047
First Baptist Church Of Beech Grove
Jerrys Iga-Urb
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Indianapolis (46203) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 73.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.