A85/100
GALVESTON WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,258 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5209003
Violations
12
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – October 4, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 30, 2021Enforcement: 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 GALVESTON WATER WORKS
Is GALVESTON WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
GALVESTON WATER WORKS water receives a grade of A (85/100), 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 GALVESTON WATER WORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in GALVESTON WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GALVESTON WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, GALVESTON WATER WORKS has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, RPT.
How many people does GALVESTON WATER WORKS serve?
GALVESTON WATER WORKS serves approximately 1,258 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Galveston.
What type of water does GALVESTON WATER WORKS provide?
GALVESTON WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5209003.
How does GALVESTON WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Indiana?
GALVESTON WATER WORKS scores 85/100 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.