C46/100
FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,020 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5226001
Violations
50
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – December 23, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – December 23, 2024Rule: Ground Water 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 FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT
Is FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 50 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
51 contaminants were tested in FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT has 50 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, Other, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 4,020 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Fort Branch.
What type of water does FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5226001.
How does FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Indiana?
FORT BRANCH WATER DEPARTMENT scores 46/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.