A94/100
CANAAN UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,428 people · Indiana
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5239001
Violations
3
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 10, 2022Enforcement: 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 CANAAN UTILITIES
Is CANAAN UTILITIES water safe to drink?
CANAAN UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CANAAN UTILITIES detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CANAAN UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CANAAN UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, CANAAN UTILITIES has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does CANAAN UTILITIES serve?
CANAAN UTILITIES serves approximately 4,428 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Canaan.
What type of water does CANAAN UTILITIES provide?
CANAAN UTILITIES sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5239001.
How does CANAAN UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Indiana?
CANAAN UTILITIES scores 94/100 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.