A90/100
SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 30,000 people · Indiana
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IN5245041
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT
Is SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 30,000 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Schererville.
What type of water does SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IN5245041.
How does SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Indiana?
SCHERERVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT scores 90/100 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.