B70/100
MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,000 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5255009
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – August 23, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – May 16, 2023Rule: Ground Water 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 MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY
Is MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY water safe to drink?
MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY serve?
MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY serves approximately 15,000 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Martinsville.
What type of water does MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY provide?
MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5255009.
How does MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY compare to other utilities in Indiana?
MARTINSVILLE WATER UTILITY scores 70/100 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.