A81/100
PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,400 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IN5268007
Violations
12
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Nitrite
When: September 5, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: March 11, 2022 – April 6, 2022Rule: 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 PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT
Is PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, Other, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 1,400 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Parker City.
What type of water does PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5268007.
How does PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Indiana?
PARKER CITY WATER DEPARTMENT scores 81/100 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.