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Indiana American Water - Summitville

EPA ID: IN5248010 · 1,078 people served · 1 ZIP code

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Indiana American Water - Summitville kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 1,078 people served.

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

C · 55
Avg Safety Score
1,078
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$110K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Indiana American Water - Summitville Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$64,706
Median Household Income
2,289
Service Area Population
49%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Indiana American Water - Summitville serves a community with a median household income of $64,706 and an estimated 2,289 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 49% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Indiana American Water - Summitville'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Madison County, Indiana rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

84 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Indiana

0 violations
C 2 violations
Markle Water Utility
1,095 people
0 violations
D 13 violations
Lynn Water Company
1,097 people
F 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.

System Overview

Indiana American Water - Summitville (EPA ID: IN5248010) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 1,078 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 46070 in Summitville.

Average Home Safety Score: C (55/100)

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

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

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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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 American Water - Summitville (IN5248010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Indiana American Water - Summitville water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Indiana American Water - Summitville serve?

Indiana American Water - Summitville serves approximately 1,078 people across 1 ZIP code in Indiana.

Where does Indiana American Water - Summitville 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
2
Galvanized — Replacement Required
320
Unknown Material
118
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 2002-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,078
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 Indiana American Water - Summitville safe to drink?
Indiana American Water - Summitville has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Indiana American Water - Summitville meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Indiana American Water - Summitville serve?
Indiana American Water - Summitville serves approximately 1,078 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Indiana American Water - Summitville's water source?
Indiana American Water - Summitville draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Indiana American Water - Summitville's service area?
The Indiana American Water - Summitville service area has a median household income of $64,706. EPA EJScreen data classifies 49% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Indiana American Water - Summitville get its water?
Indiana American Water - Summitville'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.

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3

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