Water Quality in Rensselaer, IN (47978)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 47978.
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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
10,261
Population
51
Water Systems
81
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (51)
Circle C Camp Grounds
Rensselaer Water Department
St.Joseph'S College
St. Josephs College
Nickerson Farms
Mcdonalds Restaurant
Mcdonalds
1 health-basedBurger King
2 health-basedSaint Joseph'S College
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Tri-County Bible Church
Demotte Public Library
Virgie Christian Church
Pancake & Steak House
Curtis Creek Llc
All resolvedTalbert Mfg., Inc.
Franciscan Health & Fitness Center
Arbys
Iroquois Valley Christian Church
Holiday Inn Express
First Baptist Church
All resolvedBethany Evangelical Free Church
All resolvedGrandmas Travel Center
Faith Pentecostal Church Of God
All resolvedLittle Creek Campground
Robert Fase Senior Center
1 health-basedBrushwood Church, Inc.
Jasper Junction
All resolvedGolden Beach Club Inc.
Jasper County Comm.Correctional Facility
Chocolate Chocolate
Wheatfield Public Library
River Park Properties Llc
Davis Veterinary Service
All resolvedPark View Plaza
St. Johns Lutheran
Jasper County Airport
Denny'S Place
Fellowship Of Living Hope
Faith Christian Tabernacle
Mid-Continent Inn
Consolidated Farm Service Agency
Hillcrest Family Dental Center
All resolvedInterstate Motel
St. Josephs Picnic Area (Lake Banet)
Dobson'S Convenience Store
Highland Barn
All resolvedWhispering Oaks Camp
Highland Barn
Castongias Inc.
All resolvedDairy Queen
Contaminants 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?
Rensselaer (47978) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 81.
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.