Water Quality in Fort Wayne, IN (46783)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46783.
Past Health-Based Violations
4 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 10 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,764
Population
16
Water Systems
14
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Fort Wayne - 3 Rivers Filtration Plant
1 health-basedHuntington Water Department
3 health-basedRoanoke Water Works
All resolvedHolleys Marathon Service
Castle Hill Mobile Home Park
Grayfox Public Water Supply
All resolvedFaith Lutheran Church & Preschool
All resolvedMonson Chapel Methodist Church-Old
Shiloh Christian Ministries
Lc Nature Park
All resolvedCornerstone Alliance Church
All resolvedThunderbird Lodge
L & K Restaurant
Aboite Inn
Roanoke Baptist Church
Shiloh Christian Ministries
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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 (46783) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 14.
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
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.