Water System Report IN

Mentone Water Company

EPA ID: IN5243013 ยท 1,001 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Mentone Water Company (IN5243013): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Mentone Water Company'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 1,001 residents year after year.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,001
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$168K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mentone Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,313
Median Household Income
26,515
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mentone Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $75,313 and an estimated 26,515 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Mentone Water Company'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 79% 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. 2 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Indiana

5 violations
Lyford Water Works
1,000 people
15 violations
Lanesville Water Works
1,009 people
8 violations
Winslow Water Works
1,010 people
9 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $200
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $2,767

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 $2,767 (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

Mentone Water Company (EPA ID: IN5243013) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 1,001 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 the full compliance record for Mentone Water Company (IN5243013) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mentone Water Company water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Mentone Water Company 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 Mentone Water Company serve?

Mentone Water Company serves approximately 1,001 people across 3 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does Mentone Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Mentone Water Company meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mentone Water Company serve?
Mentone Water Company serves approximately 1,001 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Mentone Water Company's water source?
Mentone Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mentone Water Company's service area?
The Mentone Water Company service area has a median household income of $75,313. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mentone Water Company get its water?
Mentone Water Company'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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