Water Quality in Indianapolis, IN (46227)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46227.
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 18 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
57,587
Population
18
Water Systems
21
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Citizens Water - Indianapolis
City Of Lawrence Utilities
3 health-basedLarry Henniger - C.W.A. Corp.
Mc Donalds Indianapolis
Mcdonalds Restaurant #12354
All resolvedFranklin Church Of Christ
St. Mark'S Catholic Church
Faith Community Church
Amoco - Waverly
Indianapolis Christian Fellowship
Shelby Street Pentecostal Lighthouse
All resolvedBlue Springs Campground
Fairland Recreation Center - Concession
American Amoco Oil
Shell Oil Co.-Atec
St. Paul'S Lutheran Church
Blue Springs Campground
All resolvedShelby Street Pentecostal Lighthouse
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Indianapolis (46227) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 21.
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.