Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Fort Wayne, IN Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
43 ZIP codes · 559 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Fort Wayne, IN. We analyzed 43 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (64/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 40 | 93% |
| D | 3 | 7% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Fort Wayne ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46801 | 69 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 2 | 46814 | 69 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 3 | 46818 | 69 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 4 | 46845 | 69 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 5 | 46895 | 69 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 6 | 46898 | 69 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 7 | 46850 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 8 | 46851 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 9 | 46852 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 10 | 46853 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 11 | 46854 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 12 | 46855 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 13 | 46856 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 14 | 46857 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 15 | 46858 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 16 | 46859 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 17 | 46860 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 18 | 46861 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 19 | 46862 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 20 | 46863 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 21 | 46864 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 22 | 46865 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 23 | 46866 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 24 | 46867 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 25 | 46868 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 26 | 46869 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 27 | 46885 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 28 | 46896 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 29 | 46897 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 30 | 46899 | 65 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 31 | 46804 | 64 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 32 | 46806 | 64 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 33 | 46815 | 64 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 34 | 46816 | 64 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 35 | 46819 | 64 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 36 | 46825 | 64 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 37 | 46835 | 64 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 38 | 46803 | 59 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 39 | 46807 | 59 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 40 | 46808 | 59 | C | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 41 | 46802 | 54 | D | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 42 | 46805 | 54 | D | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 43 | 46809 | 54 | D | 13 | 0.0026 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 37 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 6 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 559 total violations across Fort Wayne
- 43 health-based violations
- 43 of 43 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 258 | 43 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 215 | 43 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 43 | 43 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 43 | 43 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Fort Wayne?
ZIP code 46801 has the highest safety score in Fort Wayne at 69/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Fort Wayne water safe to drink?
Fort Wayne has an average water safety score of 64/100 (C). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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