B68/100
NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,500 people · Indiana
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IN5245032
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS
Is NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS water receives a grade of B (68/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS serve?
NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS serves approximately 5,500 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Hobart.
What type of water does NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS provide?
NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IN5245032.
How does NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Indiana?
NEW CHICAGO WATER WORKS scores 68/100 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.