A81/100
SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,431 people · Indiana
Water Source
GUP
County
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System ID
IN5267009
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC.
Is SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. water safe to drink?
SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC.'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. serve?
SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. serves approximately 1,431 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Greencastle.
What type of water does SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. provide?
SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. sources its water from gup. The utility's system ID is IN5267009.
How does SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. compare to other utilities in Indiana?
SOUTH 43 WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. scores 81/100 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.