B74/100
HIGHLAND WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 23,984 people · Indiana
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IN5245021
Violations
7
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 HIGHLAND WATER WORKS
Is HIGHLAND WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
HIGHLAND WATER WORKS water receives a grade of B (74/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HIGHLAND WATER WORKS detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HIGHLAND WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HIGHLAND WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, HIGHLAND WATER WORKS has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does HIGHLAND WATER WORKS serve?
HIGHLAND WATER WORKS serves approximately 23,984 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Highland (Highlands).
What type of water does HIGHLAND WATER WORKS provide?
HIGHLAND WATER WORKS sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IN5245021.
How does HIGHLAND WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Indiana?
HIGHLAND WATER WORKS scores 74/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.