Water Quality in Indianapolis, IN (46217)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46217.
Active Health Violations
4 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 65% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
36,917
Population
23
Water Systems
9
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Citizens Water - Indianapolis
City Of Lawrence Utilities
3 health-basedInterstate Fine Foods
Glenns Valley Elem. School
Shipshewana Community Lake Improvement
Bobs Century Service, Inc.
Jehovah'S Witnesses
Abf System, Inc.
Kellys Sunshine Inn
Emerald Ii
1 health-basedBenson Chapel
Southland Family Fun Center
American Mobile Home Park
Happy Kids Child Care, Inc.
Kamper Korner
Eagle Industries, Inc.
Pitt Ohio - Terminal & Office Bldg
Heidelberg Materials Midwest Agg, Inc.
Le-An-Wa Lake
Capital City Baptist
Food Marketing Concepts
Jack Pot Mini Quik
Shiva-Durga, Inc.
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Indianapolis (46217) has more violations than 65% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 9.
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.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
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.