B79/100
PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,500 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5252011
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.69 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2009.
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 PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM
Is PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM water safe to drink?
PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. 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 PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM detected?
2 contaminants were tested in PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM serve?
PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM serves approximately 2,500 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Peru.
What type of water does PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM provide?
PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5252011.
How does PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM compare to other utilities in Indiana?
PERU UTILITIES/GRISSOM scores 79/100 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.