Ellis Water Company, Inc.
EPA ID: IN5228001 · 3,772 people served · 4 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Ellis Water Company, Inc. (IN5228001): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Federal SDWIS data returns no violation records for Ellis Water Company, Inc., the supplier serving 3,772 residents - a statement about the EPA file rather than a measurement of contaminant levels in the water.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Ellis Water Company, Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Ellis Water Company, Inc. have a median household income of $49,498 and about 16,602 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Ellis Water Company, Inc.'s water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Indiana
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
Ellis Water Company, Inc. (EPA ID: IN5228001) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 3,772 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0015 mg/L | No | 2023-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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 available EPA compliance records for Ellis Water Company, Inc. (IN5228001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ellis Water Company, Inc. water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Ellis Water Company, Inc. 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 Ellis Water Company, Inc. serve?
Ellis Water Company, Inc. serves approximately 3,772 people across 4 ZIP codes in Indiana.
Where does Ellis Water Company, Inc. get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Ellis Water Company, Inc. Water Quality Report, IN. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/in5228001/
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