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PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 11,937 people · Indiana

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IN5278001
Violations
131

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.004 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

6

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 12, 2025 – July 16, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 12, 2025 – July 16, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 12, 2025 – July 16, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 12, 2025 – July 16, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: September 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: August 1, 2021 – October 5, 2021Rule: 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 PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT

Is PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?

PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 131 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT detected?

31 contaminants were tested in PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?

Yes, PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT has 131 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MON, RPT.

How many people does PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT serve?

PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 11,937 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Patriot.

What type of water does PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT provide?

PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5278001.

How does PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Indiana?

PATRIOT WATER DEPARTMENT scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

Patriot