Water Quality in Fort Wayne, IN (46723)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46723.
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 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,617
Population
26
Water Systems
37
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (26)
Fort Wayne - 3 Rivers Filtration Plant
1 health-basedChurubusco Water Department
1 health-basedSugar Grove Church Of God
All resolvedTurtle Town Plaza West
All resolvedChrist Community Church
Eel River Golf Club
All resolvedJrm Enterprises
Hidden Valley Mobile Home Park
Blue Lake Resort Community
Davis Lakeside Campground
1 health-basedTurtle Town Plaza East (Units G-L)
Qsi Automation, Inc.
All resolvedJrs Dari Sweet
All resolvedDw Bar & Grill
All resolvedHitchin' Post
H. & O. Restaurant
Busco Iga
1 health-basedEel River Campgrounds Inc
Cozy Charm Mobile Home Park
Uncle Mikes Bar & Grill
Ideal Fish & Game
Quiet Corner Tea & Coffee Room
Quiet Corner
Ari Church Of God
Keystone Concrete
All resolvedBeacon Light Chapel
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Fort Wayne (46723) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 37.
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
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.