D30/100
HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,300 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IN5235005
Violations
40
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 4400.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT
Is HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of D (30/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 40 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
63 contaminants were tested in HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT has 40 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, RPT, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 17,300 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Huntington.
What type of water does HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5235005.
How does HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Indiana?
HUNTINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT scores 30/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.