Water Quality in ROCHESTER, IN (46975)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46975.

170

Total Violations

3

Health-Based

167

Monitoring / Reporting

167

Resolved

What does this mean?

167 of 170 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 167 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 54 Population served: 15,511

Violations Detail (170 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
AtrazineMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedCardiovascular system or reproductive problems
AtrazineMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedCardiovascular system or reproductive problems
AtrazineMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedCardiovascular system or reproductive problems
2,4-DMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
2,4-DMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
2,4-DMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
SimazineMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(18)

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Atrazine

03

Mar 31Resolved

Atrazine

03

Mar 31Resolved

Atrazine

03

Mar 31Resolved

2,4-D

03

Mar 31Resolved

2,4-D

03

Mar 31Resolved

2,4-D

03

Mar 31Resolved

Simazine

03

Mar 31Resolved

Simazine

03

Mar 31Resolved

Simazine

03

Mar 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Mar 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Mar 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Mar 31Resolved

Glyphosate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Glyphosate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Glyphosate

03

Mar 31Resolved

2024(18)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Dec 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Dec 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Dec 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

76

Sep 30Active

Public Notice

76

Sep 30Active

How Does This Compare?

ROCHESTER (46975) has 170 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 3 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

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.

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