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Birdseye, IN (47513): 2 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 71/100
EPA data for Patoka Water Company, Inc.
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 47513 in Birdseye, IN contain 14 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 2 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 2 health-based violations and 12 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
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Safety records for Birdseye (47513) contain exactly one critical finding.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 71/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (6) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 47513 in Birdseye, Indiana is mapped to the water system Patoka Water Company, Inc. (EPA ID: IN5213007). This system provides water to approximately 1,038 people from surface water sources.
Lead & Copper in Your Water
The EPA requires water systems to monitor lead and copper levels under the Lead and Copper Rule.
| Metal | Measured Level | EPA Action Level | Status | Sample Date or Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | Action-level exceedance on record | 1.3 mg/L | Exceeds action level | Not present in ZipCheckup accepted source data |
Other Water Quality Reports in Indiana
- 46001 (Alexandria) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46011 (Anderson) - 10 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46012 (Anderson) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46013 (Anderson) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46014 (Anderson)
- 46015 (Anderson)
- 46016 (Anderson) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46017 (Anderson) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46018 (Anderson)
- 46030 (Arcadia) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46031 (Atlanta)
- 46032 (Carmel) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46033 (Carmel) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46034 (Cicero) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46035 (Colfax)
- 46036 (Elwood) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 46037 (Fishers) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 46038 (Fishers)
- 46039 (Forest)
- 46040 (Fortville) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 47580 (Schnellville) - 4 mi
- 47116 (Eckerty) - 6 mi - 14 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 47575 (Saint Anthony) - 6 mi - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 47521 (Celestine) - 7 mi
- 47515 (Bristow) - 7 mi
- 47532 (Ferdinand) - 9 mi - 12 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 47175 (Taswell) - 10 mi - 14 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 47576 (Saint Croix) - 10 mi
- 47547 (Jasper) - 10 mi
- 47549 (Jasper) - 10 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Patoka Water Company, Inc. (IN5213007) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
Compliance History
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 47513 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 14 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 47513 (primary system: Patoka Water Company, Inc.), including 2 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 47513's water come from?
The recorded water source for Patoka Water Company, Inc., a system mapped to ZIP code 47513, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 1,038 people.
How does Birdseye water compare to the national average?
Birdseye's Home Safety Score ranks lower than 54% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 76% within Indiana.
How can I get my water tested in Birdseye?
If Patoka Water Company, Inc. supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
What is the radon risk for 47513?
47513 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Dubois County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Birdseye, IN (47513): 2 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 71/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/47513/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 47513
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47580 | Schnellville, IN | 3.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 47116 | Eckerty, IN | 5.8 mi | N/A | 14 |
| 47575 | Saint Anthony, IN | 6.3 mi | B | 4 |
| 47521 | Celestine, IN | 6.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 47515 | Bristow, IN | 7.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 47532 | Ferdinand, IN | 9.4 mi | B | 12 |
| 47175 | Taswell, IN | 9.8 mi | N/A | 14 |
| 47576 | Saint Croix, IN | 9.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 47547 | Jasper, IN | 10.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 47549 | Jasper, IN | 10.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
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