Water Quality in Fort Wayne, IN (46704)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46704.

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 57% of US ZIP codes.

Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.

Population

Water Systems

Violations (5yr)

Health-Based

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Water Systems Serving This Area (2)

Fort Wayne - 3 Rivers Filtration Plant

1 health-based

Surface water 269,994 people served

3 violations (5yr) · 1 health-based · All resolved

Lead tested: 2.58 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) ✓

Arcola Inn And Ale

Groundwater 76 people served

3 violations (5yr)

Contaminants Found

Lead and Copper RuleHealth-Based

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

2 violations

All resolved

Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoring

Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.

4 violations

Has active

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit

2.58 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jul 2025

How Does This Compare?

Fort Wayne (46704) has more violations than 57% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 6.

Fewer violations 57th 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.

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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.