Water Quality in Valparaiso, IN (46385)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46385.
Active Health Violations
7 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 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
40,856
Population
43
Water Systems
138
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (43)
Valparaiso Department Of Water Works
St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic
All resolvedWheeler High School
Citgo - Valparaiso
1 health-basedBoone Grove Middle School
Liberty Middle Schools
Kingman Stopping Center
4 health-basedWhispering Sands (Elmwood)
Boone Grove High School
Liberty Elementary School
Holbrook Travel Center #246
Union Center Elementary
Creekside Golf Course
All resolvedIcehouse Bar And Grill
1 health-basedShady Oak Mobile Court
Lalumiere School
Northwest Indiana Islamic Center
All resolvedFaith Fellowship Church
Autumn Creek Mhp
Duneland Service Center
Hamanns Mobile Home Park
Shady Grove Mobile Home Park
Prince Of Peace Lutheran Church
All resolvedHop-N-Stop
A.J.S Pizza Co./Rkv Inc.
Gabis Arboretum At Purdue Nw- Depot
All resolvedRobbinhurst Golf Course
All resolvedGabis Arboretum At Purdue Nw - Pavilion
All resolvedShellbourne Conference Center
All resolvedNew Hope Church Of God
St. Iakovos Greek Orthodox Church
All resolvedRedwood Mobile Home Park
American Legion Post #502
1 health-basedStarlite Trailer Park
Fort Knox Paintball, Inc.
Black River Campground
Girl Scouts Of Greater Chicago & Nw Ind
Girl Scouts Of Grtr Chi & Nw In-Meadowbr
Camp Apple Acres (Rusty Kristoff Lodge)
Windsor Park Subdivision
Apple Acres - Primitive Campgrounds
Lake County Trust Company - Trust #5310
Apple Acres - Rhea Weaver Lodge
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Valparaiso (46385) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 138.
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
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.