Water Quality in South Bend, IN (46561)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46561.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 87% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
13,996
Population
43
Water Systems
39
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (43)
South Bend Water Works
Mishawaka Utilities
Elkhart Public Works And Utilities
All resolvedGoshen Water Utility
All resolvedNew Life Church
All resolvedElsie Rogers Elementary
Oc Center - Subway
All resolvedSissy'S Cafe
Moran Elementary
Trevi
Prairie Vista School
Grace Brethren Church
1 health-basedCobus Green Mhp
Mr. Gs Restaurant & Lounge
Falcone'S Cafe
County Line Service
Penn High School
Schumucker Middle School
Lgs In, Llc Dba Look Trailers
All resolvedCoffee Pot
Starz Academy #1, Inc.
Dollar General #11353
All resolvedElkhart Mobile Home Park
First General Baptist Church
All resolvedOsceola United Methodist
Kingsmen Pizza Inc.
Oc Bowling Lanes
All resolvedShepherds Heart Fellowship
Osceola Dental Care
All resolvedHorse Shoe Grill & Bar
American Legion Post 308
Baugo Creek Park
Starz Academy #1, Inc-Little Starz
Randy Leliaert Agency
Victory Chapel G.B.C., Inc.
All resolvedKare Bear Learning Center, Inc.
Hydroseed Inc.
New Star Motel L.L.C Night Fall Motel
Deer Lake Southside Campground
Between The Buns Restaurant
All resolvedOsceola Church Head Strt Cntr.
Primera Iglesia Bautista Libre
Smith'S Food Mart
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
South Bend (46561) has more violations than 87% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 39.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.