Monitoring Violations IN

Syracuse Water Company

EPA ID: IN5243025 · 2,810 people served · 1 ZIP code

Syracuse Water Company's current EPA file includes 2 unresolved violations — every outstanding finding is documented in federal records for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 2,810 residents across its service territory.

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

C · 60
Avg Safety Score
2,810
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00035 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
3
Contaminants Flagged
$228K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$73,277
Median Household Income
9,371
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Syracuse Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $73,277 and an estimated 9,371 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% 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

Syracuse 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

About 1% of homes in Kosciusko 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

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Syracuse Water Company compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Indiana

D 1 violation
Brookville Water Works
2,800 people
0 violations
Loogootee Water Works
2,800 people
C 16 violations
0 violations
B 12 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $2,400 (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

Syracuse Water Company (EPA ID: IN5243025) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 2,810 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 46567 in Syracuse.

Average Home Safety Score: C (60/100)

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

Violation History

4 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
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
46567 0.00035 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: 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 Syracuse Water Company (IN5243025) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Syracuse Water Company water safe to drink?

Syracuse Water Company has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Syracuse Water Company serve?

Syracuse Water Company serves approximately 2,810 people across 1 ZIP code in Indiana.

Where does Syracuse Water Company 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
25
Galvanized — Replacement Required
463
Unknown Material
1,029
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2000-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,810
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 Syracuse Water Company safe to drink?
Syracuse Water Company has a C safety grade based on 4 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Syracuse Water Company's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Stage 2 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 3 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 Syracuse Water Company serve?
Syracuse Water Company serves approximately 2,810 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Syracuse Water Company's water source?
Syracuse Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Syracuse Water Company's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00035 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Syracuse Water Company's service area?
The Syracuse Water Company 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 Syracuse Water Company get its water?
Syracuse 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.

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

Syracuse Water Company (EPA ID: IN5243025) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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