F14/100
ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 46,455 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5220008
Violations
75
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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
Other Violation
When: July 11, 2023 – August 7, 2023Rule: 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 ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES
Is ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES water safe to drink?
ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES water receives a grade of F (14/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 75 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES detected?
67 contaminants were tested in ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES has 75 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES serve?
ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES serves approximately 46,455 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Elkhart.
What type of water does ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES provide?
ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5220008.
How does ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Indiana?
ELKHART PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES scores 14/100 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.