Water Quality in Indianapolis, IN (46260)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46260.

Past Health-Based Violations

5 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 4 monitoring/reporting violations.

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.

35,707

Population

11

Water Systems

9

Violations (5yr)

5

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (11)

Citizens Water - Indianapolis

Surface water 880,345 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 5.18 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Carmel Water Department

2 health-based
Groundwater under influence of surface water 99,927 people served
4 violations (5yr) · 2 health-based · All resolved

Citizens Water Of Westfield, Llc

Groundwater 61,493 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 3.09 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

City Of Lawrence Utilities

3 health-based
Groundwater 49,000 people served
5 violations (5yr) · 3 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 0.76 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Indiana American Water - Noblesville

Groundwater 45,575 people served
0 violations

Anglican Cathedral Ch Of The Resurrectio

Groundwater 235 people served
0 violations

New Orleans Hse

Groundwater 200 people served
0 violations

Camp Otto

Groundwater 50 people served
0 violations

Pines Apartment Of Demotte

Groundwater 33 people served
0 violations

Lienerts Gym & Camp

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Fox Prairie Golf Course

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Contaminants Found

Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-Based

Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.

3 violations
All resolved
Groundwater RuleHealth-Based
2 violations
All resolved
TTHMHealth-Based
2 violations
All resolved
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoring

Annual water quality report delivery requirement.

1 violation
All resolved
Public NoticeMonitoring
1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit
5.18 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2023

How Does This Compare?

Indianapolis (46260) 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.

Fewer violations 65th percentile More violations

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.

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