Monitoring Violations IN

St. Henry Water Corporation

EPA ID: IN5219011 · 3,293 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Where compliant utilities carry no open actions, St. Henry Water Corporation shows 2 active EPA violations in the federal database for a service population of approximately 3,293.

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

B · 78
Avg Safety Score
3,293
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0033 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
2
Contaminants Flagged
$197K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for St. Henry Water Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$74,205
Median Household Income
15,628
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
43th
Poverty Percentile
53th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The St. Henry Water Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $74,205 and an estimated 15,628 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

St. Henry Water Corporation'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
43th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Dubois 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

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 82% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How St. Henry Water Corporation compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Indiana

D 1 violation
D 1 violation
C 9 violations
C 2 violations
Delphi Water Works
3,200 people
C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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 $1,700 (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

St. Henry Water Corporation (EPA ID: IN5219011) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 3,293 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (78/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
47532 0.0033 mg/L No N/A

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: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for St. Henry Water Corporation (IN5219011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Henry Water Corporation water safe to drink?

St. Henry Water Corporation has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does St. Henry Water Corporation serve?

St. Henry Water Corporation serves approximately 3,293 people across 3 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does St. Henry Water Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
1,244
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 3,293
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 St. Henry Water Corporation safe to drink?
St. Henry Water Corporation earns a B safety grade with 4 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in St. Henry Water Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants 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 St. Henry Water Corporation serve?
St. Henry Water Corporation serves approximately 3,293 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is St. Henry Water Corporation's water source?
St. Henry Water Corporation draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in St. Henry Water Corporation's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0033 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of St. Henry Water Corporation's service area?
The St. Henry Water Corporation service area has a median household income of $74,205. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does St. Henry Water Corporation get its water?
St. Henry Water Corporation'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. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

St. Henry Water Corporation (EPA ID: IN5219011) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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