Health Violations Found IN 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Culvers Hill - North Webster

EPA ID: IN5243005 · 75 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Culvers Hill - North Webster shows 1 open EPA violation in current federal records for approximately 75 people.

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

C · 64
Avg Safety Score
75
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00332 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$228K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Culvers Hill - North Webster Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$73,277
Median Household Income
24,211
Service Area Population
18%
Disadvantaged Population
53th
Poverty Percentile
53th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Culvers Hill - North Webster serves a community with a median household income of $73,277 and an estimated 24,211 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?

Groundwater

Culvers Hill - North Webster'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
57th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
57th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Elkhart 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

57 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 84% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Culvers Hill - North Webster compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,600

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 $2,600 (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

Culvers Hill - North Webster (EPA ID: IN5243005) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 75 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (64/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 1 remains unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting 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
46555 0.00332 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Culvers Hill - North Webster (IN5243005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Culvers Hill - North Webster water safe to drink?

Culvers Hill - North Webster has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Culvers Hill - North Webster serve?

Culvers Hill - North Webster serves approximately 75 people across 3 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does Culvers Hill - North Webster 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
48
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 2025-07-01 exceeded the federal lead action level (0.015 mg/L).
Population served: 75
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 Culvers Hill - North Webster safe to drink?
Culvers Hill - North Webster has a C safety grade based on 4 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Culvers Hill - North Webster's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Consumer Confidence Report 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 Culvers Hill - North Webster serve?
Culvers Hill - North Webster serves approximately 75 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Culvers Hill - North Webster's water source?
Culvers Hill - North Webster draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Culvers Hill - North Webster's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00332 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Culvers Hill - North Webster's service area?
The Culvers Hill - North Webster service area has a median household income of $73,277. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Culvers Hill - North Webster get its water?
Culvers Hill - North Webster'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 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

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Culvers Hill - North Webster (EPA ID: IN5243005) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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