Water Quality in FRENCH LICK, IN (47432)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 47432.
22
Total Violations
3
Health-Based
19
Monitoring / Reporting
21
Resolved
What does this mean?
21 of 22 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 19 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.
Violations Detail (22 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 4, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 4, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 4, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(4)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
2024(7)
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
How Does This Compare?
FRENCH LICK (47432) has 22 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 1 remains 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.
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.