Water Quality in Albion, IN (46701)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46701.

Past Health-Based Violations

3 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 33 monitoring/reporting violations.

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.

7,944

Population

51

Water Systems

36

Violations (5yr)

3

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (51)

Larry Parks - D.N.R.

Groundwater 4,506 people served
0 violations

Albion Water & Sewer

1 health-based
Groundwater 2,349 people served
1 violation (5yr) · 1 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 8.51 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Chain O'Lakes State Park

Groundwater 822 people served
0 violations

Chain O Lakes State Park - Camp/Beach

Groundwater 822 people served
0 violations

Jesus Christ Apostolic Camp

Groundwater 500 people served
0 violations

Pondi Restaurant

Groundwater 450 people served
0 violations

Merriam Christian Chapel

All resolved
Groundwater 315 people served
9 violations (5yr) · All resolved

Mrs. Guy Addis

Groundwater 300 people served
0 violations

Wolf Lake Elementary School

Groundwater 278 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 1.11 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Mr. E. Juillerat

Groundwater 200 people served
0 violations

Camp Lutherhaven Lodge

All resolved
Groundwater 191 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Daniel Retreat Center

All resolved
Groundwater 163 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Cornerstone Christian School

All resolved
Groundwater 127 people served
6 violations (5yr) · All resolved
Lead tested: 1.58 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church

Groundwater 101 people served
0 violations

Chain O Lakes State Park - School House

All resolved
Groundwater 100 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Half Acre Cafe

Groundwater 100 people served
0 violations

Noble Township Parks

All resolved
Groundwater 95 people served
6 violations (5yr) · All resolved

St. Matthews Community Church

All resolved
Groundwater 92 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Merry Lea Teaching Farm

All resolved
Groundwater 90 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Charter Oak Church

Groundwater 80 people served
0 violations

Shady Haven Resort

2 health-based
Groundwater 77 people served
3 violations (5yr) · 2 health-based · All resolved

Chain O Lakes St Park - Youth Tent Camp

All resolved
Groundwater 75 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Thornton Elementary School

Groundwater 75 people served
0 violations

Albion Bowl, Inc.

Groundwater 63 people served
0 violations

James Johnson Fishing Camp

Groundwater 60 people served
0 violations

Black Pine Animal Sanctuary

All resolved
Groundwater 52 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Chain O Lakes State Park - Park Office

Groundwater 50 people served
0 violations

Mt. Pleasant Lutheran Church

All resolved
Groundwater 46 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Bear Lake Camp

All resolved
Groundwater 42 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Juillerat Mobil Home Park

Groundwater 40 people served
0 violations

Brimfield Store

Groundwater 40 people served
0 violations

Merry Lea Learning Center

Groundwater 40 people served
0 violations

Juillerat Mobil Home Park

Groundwater 40 people served
0 violations

Juillerat Campground

Groundwater 40 people served
0 violations

Juillerat Campground

Groundwater 40 people served
0 violations

Juillerat Mobil Home Park

Groundwater 40 people served
0 violations

Emmanuel Lutheran Church

All resolved
Groundwater 38 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

B & S Motel

Groundwater 35 people served
0 violations

Noble County Disposal

Groundwater 31 people served
0 violations

Skinner Lake Grocery

Groundwater 30 people served
0 violations

Juillerat Campground

Groundwater 30 people served
0 violations

Merry Lea Of Goshen College/Kesling Farm

Groundwater 29 people served
0 violations

Bear Lake Camp

Groundwater 27 people served
0 violations

Dial-X Automated Equipment, Inc.

Groundwater 27 people served
0 violations

Augusta Hills Golf Course

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Addis Acres

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Lyall Assemblies B-118

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Chain O Lakes State Park - Long Lake Pic

All resolved
Groundwater 25 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Noble County Office Complex South

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Addis Acres

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Addis Acres

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Contaminants Found

Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-Based

Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.

31 violations
All resolved
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts RuleHealth-Based
1 violation
All resolved
E. COLIMonitoring
2 violations
All resolved
NitrateMonitoring

At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.

1 violation
All resolved
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoring

Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.

1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit
1.58 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2024

How Does This Compare?

Albion (46701) has more violations than 86% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 36.

Fewer violations 86th percentile More violations

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

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.

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