C57/100
HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,600 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IN5205002
Violations
36
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS
Is HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS water receives a grade of C (57/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 36 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS has 36 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS serve?
HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS serves approximately 5,600 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Hartford City.
What type of water does HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS provide?
HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5205002.
How does HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Indiana?
HARTFORD CITY WATER WORKS scores 57/100 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.