Water Quality in WINCHESTER, IN (47394)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 47394.

171

Total Violations

16

Health-Based

155

Monitoring / Reporting

171

Resolved

What does this mean?

171 of 171 violations have been resolved. 16 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 155 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: 29 Population served: 4,098

Violations Detail (171 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.0103Jun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.0103Jun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A
Radium-226MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer
Radium-226MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(8)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Feb 28Resolved

2024(40)

Radium-226

03

Dec 31Resolved

Radium-226

03

Dec 31Resolved

Radium-226

03

Dec 31Resolved

Radium-228

03

Dec 31Resolved

Radium-228

03

Dec 31Resolved

Radium-228

03

Dec 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Dec 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Dec 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

WINCHESTER (47394) has 171 recorded violations, including 16 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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

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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