Water Quality in Elkhart, IN (46542)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46542.
Active Health Violations
5 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 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,096
Population
35
Water Systems
97
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (35)
Elkhart Public Works And Utilities
All resolvedGoshen Water Utility
All resolvedMilford Water Department
Mr. A.K. Ball - Director
Miners 6 & 15 Marathon
Maple Leaf Farms
Mt. Wawasee Ski Lodge
Wawasee Community Bible Church
Camp Alexander Mack-Sarah Major
Camp Alexander Mack
Camp Alexander Mack
Camp Alexander Mack
Ctb Inc./Brock Manufacturing
Grace Bible Baptist Church
1 health-based20th Century Restaurant
All resolvedMilford Chapel Mennonite Church
Camp Alexander Mack
Jem Properties Llc
All resolvedIsland Chapel United Methodist
New Salem Church
All resolvedGravelton Parochial Amish School
All resolvedTurf Bar
Milford Animal Clinic
All resolvedWaubee Lake Mobile Home Park
Purina Animal Nutrition, Llc
All resolvedRuch'S Service Inc.
The Moorings Campground, Llc
4 health-basedWest Hastings Amish School
Safety & Environmental Resources
Ccs Properties
All resolvedBison Mfg., Inc.
Maple Leaf Farms Trailer Ct
Country Island Amish School
All resolvedMapple Leaf Farms
Cargill
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Elkhart (46542) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 97.
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.