B67/100
NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,625 people · Indiana
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IN5247004
Violations
18
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – August 2, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Other Violation
When: January 6, 2023 – January 26, 2023Rule: Total Coliform 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 NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY
Is NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of B (67/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY serve?
NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 11,625 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Bedford.
What type of water does NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY provide?
NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY 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 IN5247004.
How does NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Indiana?
NORTH LAWRENCE WATER AUTHORITY scores 67/100 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.