Water Quality in Decatur, IN (46740)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46740.
Active Health Violations
3 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.
4,486
Population
27
Water Systems
37
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
Decatur Water Department
Geneva Water Department
The Red Wing Company, Inc.
Amishville U.S.A.
1 health-basedRed Gold Inc. - Geneva
All resolvedEssen Platz/ Amishville
Wabash Valley Golf Club
Tri-State Tractor And Engine Assoc.
St. Mary Of The Presentation Catholic Ch
Wabash Valley Amish School
Aspy Creek Parochial Amish School
All resolvedLone Pine Amish School
All resolvedHoosier House Restaurant
Mt. Carmel Amish School
Country Lane Amish School
All resolvedValley View Amish School
All resolvedWest Wabash Amish School
All resolvedBrookside Amish School
All resolvedHickory Grove Amish School
All resolvedHartford Valley Amish School
All resolvedPlain View Amish School
Parochial School(Wabash Valley)
South Adams Amish School
All resolvedEngle Creek Amish School
2 health-basedJefferson Parochial School
Red Wing Co.
Southeast Amish School
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
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)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Decatur (46740) has more violations than 86% 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.
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.