Monitoring Violations IN

Odon Water Utilities, Inc.

EPA ID: IN5214005 · 1,703 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Over the past five years, Odon Water Utilities, Inc. recorded 1 violation, all subsequently resolved through the EPA enforcement process — the supplier currently operates in good standing, with no active actions on file for its 1,703 residents.

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

B · 72
Avg Safety Score
1,703
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$162K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Odon Water Utilities, Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$72,823
Median Household Income
6,472
Service Area Population
71%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Odon Water Utilities, Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $72,823 and an estimated 6,472 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 71% 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

Odon Water Utilities, 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.

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

About 2% of homes in Daviess 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

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Odon Water Utilities, Inc. compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Indiana

B 0 violations
D 5 violations
Monon Water Utility
1,700 people
C 12 violations
C 2 violations
Roanoke Water Works
1,722 people
C 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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.

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,000 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Odon Water Utilities, Inc. (EPA ID: IN5214005) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 1,703 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (72/100)

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

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

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 2 (Moderate Risk)

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

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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

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 Odon Water Utilities, Inc. (IN5214005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Odon Water Utilities, Inc. water safe to drink?

Odon Water Utilities, Inc. has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Odon Water Utilities, Inc. serve?

Odon Water Utilities, Inc. serves approximately 1,703 people across 2 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does Odon Water Utilities, Inc. 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
7
Galvanized — Replacement Required
636
Unknown Material
167
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2002-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,703
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Odon Water Utilities, Inc. safe to drink?
Odon Water Utilities, Inc. earns a B safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Odon Water Utilities, Inc.'s water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report 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 Odon Water Utilities, Inc. serve?
Odon Water Utilities, Inc. serves approximately 1,703 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Odon Water Utilities, Inc.'s water source?
Odon Water Utilities, Inc. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Odon Water Utilities, Inc.'s service area?
The Odon Water Utilities, Inc. service area has a median household income of $72,823. EPA EJScreen data classifies 71% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Odon Water Utilities, Inc. get its water?
Odon Water Utilities, 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.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Odon Water Utilities, Inc. (EPA ID: IN5214005) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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