Water Quality in Bloomington, IN (47448)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 47448.
Active Health Violations
4 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 82% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,117
Population
18
Water Systems
31
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
City Of Bloomington Utilities
1 health-basedColumbus Municipal Utility
Brown County Water Utility
All resolvedNashville Water Department
All resolvedBrown County State Park
2 health-basedMorgantown Water Utility
Southern Brown County Wt
Cyo Camp Rancho Framasa
Cyo Camp Rancho Framasa
Cyo Camp Rancho Framasa
Yellowood State Forest
Happy Hollow Camp
Cyo Camp Christina
Camp Palawopec
T.C. Steele St. Historic Site
Younglife, Inc/Chartwell Lodge
Belmont Retreat South Cistern
1 health-basedBelmont Retreat North Cistern
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Bloomington (47448) has more violations than 82% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 31.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.