B76/100
TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,200 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5280004
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 4.02 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B
Is TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B water safe to drink?
TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B detected?
32 contaminants were tested in TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B have any EPA violations?
Yes, TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B serve?
TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B serves approximately 5,200 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Tipton.
What type of water does TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B provide?
TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5280004.
How does TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B compare to other utilities in Indiana?
TIPTON UTILITY SERVICE B scores 76/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.