A83/100
NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,700 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5230008
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.59 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1998.
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 NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER
Is NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER water safe to drink?
NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER detected?
2 contaminants were tested in NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1998. Violation types include MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER serve?
NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER serves approximately 1,700 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: New Palestine.
What type of water does NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER provide?
NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5230008.
How does NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER compare to other utilities in Indiana?
NINESTAR CONNECT - GEM WATER scores 83/100 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.