F9/100
KOUTS WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,028 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5264013
Violations
84
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 KOUTS WATER WORKS
Is KOUTS WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
KOUTS WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (9/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 84 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has KOUTS WATER WORKS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in KOUTS WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KOUTS WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, KOUTS WATER WORKS has 84 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does KOUTS WATER WORKS serve?
KOUTS WATER WORKS serves approximately 2,028 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Kouts.
What type of water does KOUTS WATER WORKS provide?
KOUTS WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5264013.
How does KOUTS WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Indiana?
KOUTS WATER WORKS scores 9/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.