Water System Report IN

Indiana Masonic Home

EPA ID: IN5241010 · 654 people served · 1 ZIP code

With a five-year violation-free history, Indiana Masonic Home delivers safe water to 654 residents.

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

654
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$228K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Indiana Masonic Home Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$81,914
Median Household Income
35,502
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Indiana Masonic Home serves a community with a median household income of $81,914 and an estimated 35,502 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% 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

Indiana Masonic Home'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Johnson 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

27 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 39% 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. 3 detections recorded.

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $3,500

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 $3,500 (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

Indiana Masonic Home (EPA ID: IN5241010) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 654 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 46131 in Franklin.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Indiana Masonic Home (IN5241010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Indiana Masonic Home water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Indiana Masonic Home has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Indiana Masonic Home serve?

Indiana Masonic Home serves approximately 654 people across 1 ZIP code in Indiana.

Where does Indiana Masonic Home get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
100
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 654
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

Should I use a water filter?
Indiana Masonic Home meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Indiana Masonic Home serve?
Indiana Masonic Home serves approximately 654 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Indiana Masonic Home's water source?
Indiana Masonic Home draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Indiana Masonic Home's service area?
The Indiana Masonic Home service area has a median household income of $81,914. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Indiana Masonic Home get its water?
Indiana Masonic Home'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.
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