B61/100
WAKARUSA WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,998 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5220029
Violations
20
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 WAKARUSA WATER WORKS
Is WAKARUSA WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
WAKARUSA WATER WORKS water receives a grade of B (61/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WAKARUSA WATER WORKS detected?
2 contaminants were tested in WAKARUSA WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WAKARUSA WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, WAKARUSA WATER WORKS has 20 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WAKARUSA WATER WORKS serve?
WAKARUSA WATER WORKS serves approximately 1,998 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Wakarusa.
What type of water does WAKARUSA WATER WORKS provide?
WAKARUSA WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5220029.
How does WAKARUSA WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Indiana?
WAKARUSA WATER WORKS scores 61/100 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.