C44/100
WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,750 people · Indiana
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IN5210016
Violations
45
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2016.
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 WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY
Is WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 45 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY has 45 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MON, MR, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY serve?
WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY serves approximately 15,750 people, Indiana. The system provides water to 1 community: Jeffersonville.
What type of water does WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY provide?
WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IN5210016.
How does WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in Indiana?
WATSON RURAL WATER COMPANY scores 44/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Indiana state page for a full comparison of water systems.