Water Quality in Indianapolis, IN (46793)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46793.
Active Health Violations
14 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.
4,104
Population
24
Water Systems
36
Violations (5yr)
14
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
Donald Durfee-State Parks Div.
Angola Water Department
Butler Water Department
Dekalb Middle School
Dekalb High School
St. Michaels Church
All resolvedSt. Joe Water Department
4 health-basedGolden Acres Mobile Home Park
4 health-basedGrate Properties Mhc
Grandmas Home Cooking
Waterloo Freewill Baptist Church
All resolvedTecho-Bloc/Production Plant
Or-An Trailer Court
4 health-basedDekalb Central Bus Maintenance Facility
Dekalb County Cntrl. School-Admin Office
Charleston Metal Products, West Division
Albrights Morning Star Mart
Barkers Chapel
Old Castle
Richard Squier Pallet, Inc.
All resolvedHoosier Wire Inc.
Lighthouse Inn
Cedar Lake Church Of Christ
All resolvedTwilight Inn
2 health-basedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
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 2025
How Does This Compare?
Indianapolis (46793) 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.
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
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.