Historical Compliance Records IN

Citizens Water - Whitestown

EPA ID: IN5206014 ยท 5,880 people served ยท 6 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Citizens Water - Whitestown (IN5206014): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Citizens Water - Whitestown, 1 violation appear in the five-year dataset, but none remain open - the utility has addressed each finding and is in current compliance, with no pending enforcement affecting the 5,880 people in its service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 66
Avg Safety Score
5,880
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00033 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$270K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Citizens Water - Whitestown Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$92,662
Median Household Income
119,822
Service Area Population
1%
Disadvantaged Population
27th
Poverty Percentile
43th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Citizens Water - Whitestown serves a community with a median household income of $92,662 and an estimated 119,822 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Citizens Water - Whitestown's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
37th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
57th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 58% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Citizens Water - Whitestown compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 14 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.012 ppt, PFOS: 0.012 ppt, PFHxS: 0.089 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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5,955 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,400
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $333
Water Filtration $50
Total Estimated Cost $2,983

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,983 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Citizens Water - Whitestown (EPA ID: IN5206014) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 5,880 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (66/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 6 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00033 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by IN or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Citizens Water - Whitestown (IN5206014) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Citizens Water - Whitestown water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Citizens Water - Whitestown; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Citizens Water - Whitestown serve?

Citizens Water - Whitestown serves approximately 5,880 people across 6 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does Citizens Water - Whitestown get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
87
Detections
7
Latest sample
10/6/2025
Highest analyte
PFBA: 5.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 5.6 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 5 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 4 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Citizens Water - Whitestown safe to drink?
Citizens Water - Whitestown has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Citizens Water - Whitestown's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Citizens Water - Whitestown serve?
Citizens Water - Whitestown serves approximately 5,880 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Citizens Water - Whitestown's water source?
Citizens Water - Whitestown draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Citizens Water - Whitestown's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00033 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Citizens Water - Whitestown's service area?
The Citizens Water - Whitestown service area has a median household income of $92,662. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Citizens Water - Whitestown get its water?
Citizens Water - Whitestown's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Citizens Water - Whitestown (IN): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/in5206014/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

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Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Citizens Water - Whitestown (EPA ID: IN5206014) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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