B63/100
KNOX WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,700 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IN5275002
Violations
29
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Resolved
Maximum contaminant level violation
When: October 30, 2021 – November 24, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 24, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: 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 KNOX WATER WORKS
Is KNOX WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
KNOX WATER WORKS water receives a grade of B (63/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has KNOX WATER WORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in KNOX WATER WORKS's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does KNOX WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, KNOX WATER WORKS has 29 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, TT, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does KNOX WATER WORKS serve?
KNOX WATER WORKS serves approximately 3,700 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Knox.
What type of water does KNOX WATER WORKS provide?
KNOX WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5275002.
How does KNOX WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Indiana?
KNOX WATER WORKS scores 63/100 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.