D20/100
SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,395 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5247007
Violations
73
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 7, 2024 – October 10, 2024Enforcement: 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 SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES
Is SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES water safe to drink?
SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES water receives a grade of D (20/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 73 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES has 73 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES serve?
SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES serves approximately 6,395 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Mitchell.
What type of water does SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES provide?
SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5247007.
How does SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Indiana?
SOUTH LAWRENCE UTILITIES scores 20/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.