Water Quality in PIERCETON, IN (46562)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46562.
92
Total Violations
5
Health-Based
87
Monitoring / Reporting
73
Resolved
What does this mean?
73 of 92 violations have been resolved. 5 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 87 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (92 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 18, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 8, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 8, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 7, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 7, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 7, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 7, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(12)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Groundwater Rule
45
2024(30)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
How Does This Compare?
PIERCETON (46562) has 92 recorded violations, including 5 health-based. 19 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.