B75/100
KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,300 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5257008
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.41 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 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 KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT
Is KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 10,300 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Kendallville.
What type of water does KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5257008.
How does KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Indiana?
KENDALLVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT scores 75/100 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.