Water Quality in ROMNEY, IN (47981)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 47981.
32
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
26
Monitoring / Reporting
28
Resolved
What does this mean?
28 of 32 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 26 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 (32 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 16, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 16, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 3, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 3, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 24, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 24, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 24, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 24, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 18, 2023 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
2024(6)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
How Does This Compare?
ROMNEY (47981) has 32 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 4 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.
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.