Water System Report IN

Waterloo Water Works

EPA ID: IN5217007 ยท 2,242 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Waterloo Water Works (IN5217007): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Waterloo Water Works has logged zero violations - no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 2,242 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,242
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0036 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$194K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$79,108
Median Household Income
30,068
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
48th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Waterloo Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $79,108 and an estimated 30,068 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Waterloo 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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Indiana

Cloverdale Water Works
2,225 people
1 violation
Orleans Water Works
2,260 people
1 violation
1 violation
Versailles Water Works
2,200 people
2 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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

Waterloo Water Works (EPA ID: IN5217007) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 2,242 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0036 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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Waterloo Water Works (IN5217007) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waterloo Water Works water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Waterloo Water Works in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Waterloo Water Works serve?

Waterloo Water Works serves approximately 2,242 people across 4 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does Waterloo Water Works get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Waterloo 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 Waterloo Water Works serve?
Waterloo Water Works serves approximately 2,242 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Waterloo Water Works's water source?
Waterloo Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Waterloo Water Works's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0036 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Waterloo Water Works's service area?
The Waterloo Water Works service area has a median household income of $79,108. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Waterloo Water Works get its water?
Waterloo 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.

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