Water Quality in South Bend, IN (46574)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46574.
Active Health Violations
4 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 86% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,426
Population
30
Water Systems
35
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (30)
South Bend Water Works
Mishawaka Utilities
Michigan City Department Of Water Works
Laporte Water Works
2 health-basedWalkerton Light & Water
All resolvedNorth Liberty Water Works
Msb Petroleum
All resolvedKoontz Lake Missionary Church
St. John Kanty Parish Hall
St. Anthony Catholic Church
2 health-basedKankakee Valley Auctions
Howard'S Station
Whispering Pines Golf Course
All resolvedCountry Roads Bar & Grill
Sunrise House Of Pancakes
All resolvedSt. John Kanty Catholic Church
Holston Rentals
Dave'S Country Store
Come On Inn
Buddys Chicago Style Hot Dogs
American Legion Post #400
All resolvedHoosier Racing Tire (Office Building)
All resolvedTyner I.O.O.F. Lodge
Square Deal Farms
Fish Lake Inn
Twisted Tiki
All resolvedTime Out Bar And Grill
All resolvedLil Chicago Pizza Sub & Deli
Square Deal Farms
Bel-Air Motel
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
South Bend (46574) has more violations than 86% 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.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.