C52/100
NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,633 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5265007
Violations
37
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
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 1, 2023Enforcement: 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 NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY
Is NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY water safe to drink?
NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY water receives a grade of C (52/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 37 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY serve?
NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY serves approximately 1,633 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: New Harmony.
What type of water does NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY provide?
NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5265007.
How does NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY compare to other utilities in Indiana?
NEW HARMONY WATER UTILITY scores 52/100 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.