A92/100
AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,800 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5217001
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 4500.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2005.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT
Is AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2005. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 12,800 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Auburn.
What type of water does AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5217001.
How does AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Indiana?
AUBURN WATER DEPARTMENT scores 92/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.