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South Harrison Water Corporation

EPA ID: IN5231006 · 9,057 people served · 8 ZIP codes

South Harrison Water Corporation's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric — no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 9,057 residents year after year.

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

D · 46
Avg Safety Score
9,057
People Served
8
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00137 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$220K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for South Harrison Water Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$81,172
Median Household Income
39,282
Service Area Population
19%
Disadvantaged Population
49th
Poverty Percentile
68th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The South Harrison Water Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $81,172 and an estimated 39,282 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

South Harrison Water Corporation'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
24th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Harrison 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

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.012 ppt, PFOS: 0.012 ppt, PFHxS: 0.089 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

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B 1 violation
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,213
Radon Mitigation $1,100
PFAS Treatment $300
Water Filtration $38
Total Estimated Cost $2,650

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,650 (one-time) vs. $330 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

SOUTH HARRISON WATER CORPORATION (EPA ID: IN5231006) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 9,057 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 8 ZIP codes across 8 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (46/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
47112 0.00137 mg/L No N/A

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.

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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: 4 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 4 additional ZIPs 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 South Harrison Water Corporation (IN5231006) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Harrison Water Corporation water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, South Harrison Water Corporation has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does South Harrison Water Corporation serve?

South Harrison Water Corporation serves approximately 9,057 people across 8 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does South Harrison Water Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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
3,500
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 9,057
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 South Harrison Water Corporation safe to drink?
South Harrison Water Corporation has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
South Harrison Water Corporation meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does South Harrison Water Corporation serve?
South Harrison Water Corporation serves approximately 9,057 people with drinking water across 8 ZIP codes.
What is South Harrison Water Corporation's water source?
South Harrison Water Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in South Harrison Water Corporation's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00137 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of South Harrison Water Corporation's service area?
The South Harrison Water Corporation service area has a median household income of $81,172. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does South Harrison Water Corporation get its water?
South Harrison Water Corporation'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

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