A86/100
NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,800 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5220016
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.35 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2014.
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 NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY
Is NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY water safe to drink?
NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY water receives a grade of A (86/100), which is considered excellent. 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 NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY detected?
32 contaminants were tested in NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR.
How many people does NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY serve?
NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY serves approximately 6,800 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Nappanee.
What type of water does NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY provide?
NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5220016.
How does NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY compare to other utilities in Indiana?
NAPPANEE WATER UTILITY scores 86/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.