Water Quality in WAVELAND, IN (47989)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 47989.

Total Violations

Health-Based

Monitoring / Reporting

Resolved

What does this mean?

80 of 80 violations have been resolved. 23 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 57 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: 7 Population served: 7,456

Violations Detail (80 total)

Contaminant	Category	MCL Limit	Measured	Date	Status	Health Effects
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Sep 14, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Sep 14, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Sep 14, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Sep 14, 2025	Resolved	N/A
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Aug 7, 2025	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Aug 14, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Aug 14, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Aug 14, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Aug 14, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Jun 12, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Jun 12, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Jun 12, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Jun 12, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	May 29, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	May 29, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	May 29, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	May 29, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	May 29, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	May 29, 2024	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Nitrate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Nitrate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Oct 22, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Oct 22, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Oct 22, 2023	Resolved	N/A
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Jul 31, 2023	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Jul 31, 2023	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Jul 31, 2023	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Jul 31, 2023	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Jul 31, 2023	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Jul 31, 2023	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	May 8, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	May 8, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	May 8, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	May 8, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	May 8, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	May 8, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	May 8, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	May 8, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	May 8, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Sep 12, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Sep 12, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Sep 12, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Aug 10, 2021	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Aug 10, 2021	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Aug 10, 2021	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLI	Monitoring	0	N/A	Aug 10, 2021	Resolved	Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Apr 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Apr 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Apr 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A

Violation Timeline

2025(5)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Sep 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Sep 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Sep 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Sep 14Resolved

E. COLI

Aug 7Resolved

2024(17)

E. COLI

Aug 14Resolved

E. COLI

Aug 14Resolved

E. COLI

Aug 14Resolved

E. COLI

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Jul 31Resolved

E. COLI

Jun 12Resolved

E. COLI

Jun 12Resolved

E. COLI

Jun 12Resolved

E. COLI

Jun 12Resolved

E. COLI

May 29Resolved

E. COLI

May 29Resolved

E. COLI

May 29Resolved

E. COLI

May 29Resolved

E. COLI

May 29Resolved

E. COLI

May 29Resolved

How Does This Compare?

WAVELAND (47989) has 80 recorded violations, including 23 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

One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.

Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

Water Quality in WAVELAND, IN (47989)

What does this mean?

Violations Detail (80 total)

Violation Timeline

2025(5)

2024(17)

2023(24)

2022(12)

2021(22)

How Does This Compare?

Recommended Water Filters

Reverse Osmosis System

UV Water Purifier

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