F0/100
SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 115,000 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5271014
Violations
119
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 BEND WATER WORKS
Is SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 119 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS detected?
73 contaminants were tested in SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS has 119 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS serve?
SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS serves approximately 115,000 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: South Bend.
What type of water does SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS provide?
SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5271014.
How does SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Indiana?
SOUTH BEND WATER WORKS scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.