Water System Report IN

Rossville Water Works

EPA ID: IN5212007 · 1,653 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Rossville Water Works has stayed completely violation-free for its 1,653 residents.

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

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
1,653
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Rossville Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$76,786
Median Household Income
3,488
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Rossville Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $76,786 and an estimated 3,488 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% 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

Rossville Water Works'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Cannelton Utilities
1,658 people
C 2 violations
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1,637 people
B 3 violations
0 violations
B 3 violations
C 6 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

Rossville Water Works (EPA ID: IN5212007) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 1,653 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (40/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

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.

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.

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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 Rossville Water Works (IN5212007) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rossville Water Works water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Rossville Water Works serve?

Rossville Water Works serves approximately 1,653 people across 2 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does Rossville Water Works 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
724
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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,653
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

Is water from Rossville Water Works safe to drink?
Rossville Water Works has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Rossville Water Works meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Rossville Water Works serve?
Rossville Water Works serves approximately 1,653 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Rossville Water Works's water source?
Rossville Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Rossville Water Works's service area?
The Rossville Water Works service area has a median household income of $76,786. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Rossville Water Works get its water?
Rossville Water Works'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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