Water Quality in Michigan City, IN (46382)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46382.
Active Health Violations
2 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 70% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,835
Population
15
Water Systems
12
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Michigan City Department Of Water Works
Laporte Water Works
2 health-basedSouth Central Elementary/Jr./Sr. High
L.G. Uridel-Mgr
Union Baptist Church Garbc
South Central Elem/Jr/Sr. High
American Legion Post #295
Quality Quick Services Rests. Inc.
Bethel Presbyterian Church
Union Baptist Fellowship Hall
Les & Pearls
All resolvedConservation Club
Union Baptist Church
Co-Alliance Llp
South Central Jr.-Sr. High Sch
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Michigan City (46382) has more violations than 70% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 12.
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
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.