Water Quality in BREMEN, IN (46506)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46506.

149

Total Violations

24

Health-Based

125

Monitoring / Reporting

149

Resolved

What does this mean?

149 of 149 violations have been resolved. 24 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 125 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 40 Population served: 9,395

Violations Detail (149 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 3, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 3, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 3, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.014Jun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.014Jun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 16, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(12)

E. COLI

34

Jul 3Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 3Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 3Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 16Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 16Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 16Resolved

2024(34)

Groundwater Rule

45

Nov 26Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Nov 26Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Nov 26Resolved

Groundwater Rule

20

Nov 7Resolved

Groundwater Rule

20

Nov 7Resolved

Groundwater Rule

20

Nov 7Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 19Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 19Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 19Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 18Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 18Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 18Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 20Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BREMEN (46506) has 149 recorded violations, including 24 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

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.

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