C54/100
RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,250 people · Indiana
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5210009
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.51 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water 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 RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO
Is RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO water safe to drink?
RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO detected?
32 contaminants were tested in RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO have any EPA violations?
Yes, RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO serve?
RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO serves approximately 8,250 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Henryville.
What type of water does RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO provide?
RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5210009.
How does RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO compare to other utilities in Indiana?
RURAL MEMBERSHIP WATER CORP. OF CLARK CO scores 54/100 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.