C56/100
RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,200 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5237005
Violations
37
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT
Is RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 37 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
51 contaminants were tested in RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 6,200 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Rensselaer.
What type of water does RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5237005.
How does RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Indiana?
RENSSELAER WATER DEPARTMENT scores 56/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.