C42/100
LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,379 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5248013
Violations
43
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.010 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Nitrite
When: February 3, 2023 – April 24, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2022 – November 17, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2021 – November 17, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 7, 2022Enforcement: 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 LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY
Is LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 43 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY has 43 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, TT, Other. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY serve?
LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY serves approximately 2,379 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Lapel.
What type of water does LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY provide?
LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5248013.
How does LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in Indiana?
LAPEL MUNICIPAL WATER COMPANY scores 42/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.