C59/100
FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 269,994 people · Indiana
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
IN5202020
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Consumer confidence report — content deficiency
When: January 1, 2022 – July 6, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – January 6, 2023Rule: Ground Water 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: June 1, 2021 – August 10, 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 FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT
Is FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT water safe to drink?
FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include TT, MR, RPT. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT serve?
FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT serves approximately 269,994 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Fort Wayne.
What type of water does FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT provide?
FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT 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 IN5202020.
How does FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT compare to other utilities in Indiana?
FORT WAYNE - 3 RIVERS FILTRATION PLANT scores 59/100 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.