Water Quality in WARSAW, IN (46581)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46581.
59
Total Violations
18
Health-Based
41
Monitoring / Reporting
58
Resolved
What does this mean?
58 of 59 violations have been resolved. 18 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 41 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 (59 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 12, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 12, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 12, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 8, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 8, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 8, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
2024(6)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
How Does This Compare?
WARSAW (46581) has 59 recorded violations, including 18 health-based. 1 remains 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.