Water Quality in Elkhart, IN (46543)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46543.
Active Health Violations
9 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 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,741
Population
17
Water Systems
35
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Elkhart Public Works And Utilities
All resolvedGoshen Water Utility
All resolvedMillersburg Water Company
All resolvedRock Run Youth
1 health-basedTimber View Amish School
All resolvedClay Meadow School (Amish School)
1 health-basedStoney Creek Amish School
1 health-basedSunny Ridge Amish School
4 health-basedHoneyview Amish School
All resolvedTimber Ridge Golf Club Llc
Nappanee Tlc Care Center
Railside Amish School
All resolvedEden Meadow Amish School
All resolvedDouble Rr Grocery
All resolvedGrace United Methodist Church
All resolvedScenic Acres Amish School
2 health-basedO & M Banquets
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Elkhart (46543) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 35.
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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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.