Water System Report IN

Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc.

EPA ID: IN5210012 · 75 people served · 9 ZIP codes

Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc.'s five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric — no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 75 residents year after year.

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

75
People Served
9
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 8 (2021) to 9 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Demographics

$74,469
Median Household Income
69,615
Service Area Population
31%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $74,469 and an estimated 69,615 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 31% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc.'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $567
Flood Insurance $333
PFAS Treatment $111
Total Estimated Cost $2,211

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,211 (one-time) vs. $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

Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. (EPA ID: IN5210012) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 75 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 9 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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

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 Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. (IN5210012) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. serve?

Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. serves approximately 75 people across 9 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. serve?
Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. serves approximately 75 people with drinking water across 9 ZIP codes.
What is Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc.'s water source?
Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc.'s service area?
The Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. service area has a median household income of $74,469. EPA EJScreen data classifies 31% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc. get its water?
Sunflower Valley Water Company, Inc.'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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