Westport Water Company
EPA ID: IN5216005 ยท 1,725 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Westport Water Company (IN5216005): 11 past health-based violations, since resolved. Westport Water Company recorded 56 EPA violations over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 1,725 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Westport Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Westport Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $77,455 and an estimated 25,599 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: 33% 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.
๐ Where Does Your Water Come From?
Westport Water Company'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Westport Water Company compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.
PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.
Atrazine at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Mercury at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Kidney damage, neurological impairment. Consider activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Atrazine was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Westport Water Company (EPA ID: IN5216005) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 1,725 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 49 resolved, 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2026 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Contaminant 2035 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Contaminant 2037 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Atrazine | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Benzene | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Contaminant 2051 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2024 | Nitrite | Non-health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2023 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2035 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2037 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Atrazine | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Benzene | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Contaminant 2051 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| April 1, 2023 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2023 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2023 | Lead | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Barium | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Cadmium | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 10 | Yes |
| Nitrite | Inorganic | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2035 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2037 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Atrazine | Organic | 2 | No |
| Benzene | Organic | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2051 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Barium | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Cadmium | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Chromium | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Fluoride | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Selenium | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Nickel | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Contaminant 1036 | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Lead | Inorganic | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ
Chlorine (Residual Disinfectant) (EPA limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL โ Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level))
Irritation & DBP formation at high levels; protective at normal treatment levels At-risk groups: people with asthma or chemical sensitivities, kidney dialysis patients (water must be dechlorinated).
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), KDF media filter, carbon block filter. Find the right filter โ
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00095 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 FilterFree 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 Westport Water Company (IN5216005) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westport Water Company water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Westport Water Company; its 56 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Westport Water Company serve?
Westport Water Company serves approximately 1,725 people across 2 ZIP codes in Indiana.
Where does Westport Water Company get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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What You Can Do
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