Water System Report IN

Lake Cicott Shores

EPA ID: IN5209005 · 94 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Lake Cicott Shores kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 94 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

94
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$145K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lake Cicott Shores Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,088
Median Household Income
44,143
Service Area Population
23%
Disadvantaged Population
55th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lake Cicott Shores serves a community with a median household income of $58,088 and an estimated 44,143 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lake Cicott Shores's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
55th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Cass County, Indiana rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

61 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 85% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Indiana

0 violations
C 4 violations
D 0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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.

System Overview

Lake Cicott Shores (EPA ID: IN5209005) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 94 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lake Cicott Shores (IN5209005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Cicott Shores water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Lake Cicott Shores has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Lake Cicott Shores serve?

Lake Cicott Shores serves approximately 94 people across 2 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does Lake Cicott Shores get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
31
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 94
Reported to Indiana

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Lake Cicott Shores meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lake Cicott Shores serve?
Lake Cicott Shores serves approximately 94 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Lake Cicott Shores's water source?
Lake Cicott Shores draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Lake Cicott Shores's service area?
The Lake Cicott Shores service area has a median household income of $58,088. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lake Cicott Shores get its water?
Lake Cicott Shores's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
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