Water Quality in South Bend, IN (46550)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46550.
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 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,843
Population
57
Water Systems
109
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (57)
South Bend Water Works
Mishawaka Utilities
Elkhart Public Works And Utilities
All resolvedGoshen Water Utility
All resolvedNappanee Water Utility
Nappanee Missionary Church
All resolvedNappanee Missionary Church - Well #2
1 health-basedBorkholder Investments - Dollar General
First Church Of God
Cornerstone Mennonite Church/School
1 health-basedDaily Bread Market
Pwi
All resolvedUnion Center Church - Brethren
Rise And Roll - Nappanee
1 health-basedIsland Park Campground
Nappanee Missionary Church - Ymc
All resolvedCounty Line Assembly Of God
Bethel Mennonite Church
1 health-basedNew Covenant Fellowship
All resolvedOld Brethren Christian School
All resolvedMaples Trailer Park
Culvers Hill - North Webster
1 health-basedOak Grove Missionary Church
All resolvedOak Grove Missionary Church
Fasco D.C. Motors
Mullets Dining
All resolvedBorkholder Building
2 health-basedAyr Custom Cabinetry Inc.
Oak Grove Amish School
Oak Grove Amish School
Union Center Christian School
Cornerview Amish School
Beer And Slabaugh Inc.
1 health-basedSunny Meadow Amish School
Bible Way Apostolic
1 health-basedRolands Processing
Borkholder Parochial Amish School
Northwood Chapel
All resolvedSunny Meadow Amish School
Hidden View Amish School
Pleasant Valley Amish School
Country Echoes Amish School
All resolvedHepton Amish School
Pine View Parochial Amish School
All resolvedOsmc - South
West Union Center Parochial Amish School
Sandy Ridge Amish School
Pleasant Valley Amish School
All resolvedCreek Side Amish School
All resolvedHickory Hollow Amish School
All resolvedClaywood Event Center
All resolvedSandy Ridge Amish School
East Locke Amish School
All resolvedWeldy Amish School
Alpha Building Center - Nappanee
All resolvedNappanee Airport
County Line Assembly Of God
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
South Bend (46550) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 109.
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.