A87/100
VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,529 people · Indiana
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5215004
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY
Is VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY water safe to drink?
VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include RPT, MR, Other.
How many people does VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY serve?
VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY serves approximately 5,529 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Lawrenceburg.
What type of water does VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY provide?
VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5215004.
How does VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY compare to other utilities in Indiana?
VALLEY RURAL UTILITY COMPANY scores 87/100 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.