Water Quality in Fort Wayne, IN (46802)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46802.
Past Health-Based Violations
14 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 40 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
11,177
Population
15
Water Systems
54
Violations (5yr)
14
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Fort Wayne - 3 Rivers Filtration Plant
1 health-basedFt. Wayne Ymca - Ted Heinry
Byron Complex
Indian Springs Campground Resort
1 health-basedHarpers Lake Campground
1 health-basedNew Millennium Building Systems, Llc
Blue Lake Campground
1 health-basedAtwood Lake Campground - Well #1
4 health-basedAtwood Shores Campground - Well #2
3 health-basedNew Millennium Building Systems, Llc
All resolvedCamp Sack-In
1 health-basedBig Al, Inc. Dba Gordons Camping
Sports Lake
1 health-basedForest Ridge Campground
All resolvedFox Lake Outdoor Ventures
1 health-basedContaminants 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 (46802) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 54.
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.