F17/100
BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,368 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IN5207001
Violations
44
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.013 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.011 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2022 – October 11, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2021 – December 1, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 1, 2021 – October 4, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY
Is BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY water safe to drink?
BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY water receives a grade of F (17/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 44 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY has 44 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, RPT, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY serve?
BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY serves approximately 15,368 people, Indiana.
What type of water does BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY provide?
BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5207001.
How does BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY compare to other utilities in Indiana?
BROWN COUNTY WATER UTILITY scores 17/100 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.