Neighborhood Report
Grade C
South Bend, IN Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
17 ZIP codes · 238 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across South Bend, IN. We analyzed 17 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (61/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 17 | 100% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in South Bend ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46601 | 65 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 2 | 46615 | 65 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 3 | 46617 | 65 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 4 | 46619 | 65 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 5 | 46604 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 6 | 46613 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 7 | 46614 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 8 | 46616 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 9 | 46624 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 10 | 46626 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 11 | 46628 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 12 | 46634 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 13 | 46635 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 14 | 46637 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 15 | 46660 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 16 | 46680 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 17 | 46699 | 60 | C | 14 | 0.0047 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 17 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 238 total violations across South Bend
- 34 health-based violations
- 17 of 17 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 85 | 17 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 51 | 17 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 34 | 17 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 34 | 17 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 17 | 17 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in South Bend?
ZIP code 46601 has the highest safety score in South Bend at 65/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is South Bend water safe to drink?
South Bend has an average water safety score of 61/100 (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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