Water Quality in South Bend, IN (46545)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46545.
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 81% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
26,606
Population
32
Water Systems
23
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (32)
South Bend Water Works
Mishawaka Utilities
Discovery Middle School
All resolvedBurger King #5188/
Am General Corporation
Mishawaka Shell & Subway
Burger King # 9871
Grissom Middle School
2 health-basedHorizon Elementary School
Northpoint Elementary School
Prairie Vista Elementary School
Arbys Roast Beef Of Goshen
Elm Road School
Bittersweet School
Meadows Edge Elementary School
Mary Frank Elementary School
Apostolic Tabernacle
Madison Elementary School
3 health-basedNew Life Christian Fellowship
Mattress Warehouse - Niles
All resolvedRoyal Excursions
All resolvedKevin'S Gas 76 Bait Or Anything
Handy Spot
1 health-basedPenn-Way School
Zolman Tire - Granger
The Lebermuth Company
Marys Family Restaurant
United Conveyor Supply Company-Mishawaka
Kim Tuttle /Blair Hills Conversions
Church Of God Of Prophecy
Asian Foods & Fish Market
Bodine State Fish Hatchery
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.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
South Bend (46545) has more violations than 81% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 23.
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.