F0/100
BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,637 people · Indiana
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
IN5210002
Violations
111
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
4
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION
Is BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION water safe to drink?
BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 111 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION detected?
54 contaminants were tested in BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION have any EPA violations?
Yes, BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION has 111 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include TT, RPT, MCL. 23 are health-based violations.
How many people does BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION serve?
BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION serves approximately 11,637 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Borden.
What type of water does BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION provide?
BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IN5210002.
How does BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION compare to other utilities in Indiana?
BORDEN TRI-COUNTY REGION scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.