Water Quality in Valparaiso, IN (46390)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46390.
Active Health Violations
6 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 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,554
Population
17
Water Systems
48
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Valparaiso Department Of Water Works
Michigan City Department Of Water Works
Laporte Water Works
2 health-basedWanatah Water Utility
Love'S Travel Stops & Country Stores
Loves Travel Plaza - Knightstown (#601)
Brummitt Elementary School
1 health-basedSt. Marys Catholic Church-Rectory/Church
Plaza 30 Restaurant
Wanatah Christian Church
All resolvedMallards Pointe Water System
All resolvedAnoka Acres Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedCrossroads Baptist Church
1 health-basedRevol Building Solutions Llc
1 health-basedSt. Marys Catholic Church-Old/New Hall
All resolvedFree United Baptist
Kankakee Valley Remc
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?
Valparaiso (46390) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 48.
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.