Water System Report IN

Bourbon Water Department

EPA ID: IN5250002 · 1,767 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bourbon Water Department (IN5250002): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero EPA violations over five years - Bourbon Water Department has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 1,767.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,767
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$175K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bourbon Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,459
Median Household Income
27,260
Service Area Population
42%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bourbon Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $76,459 and an estimated 27,260 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 42% 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

Bourbon Water Department'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
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

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

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

Bourbon Water Department (EPA ID: IN5250002) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 1,767 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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 $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 Bourbon Water Department (IN5250002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bourbon Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bourbon Water Department 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 Bourbon Water Department serve?

Bourbon Water Department serves approximately 1,767 people across 2 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does Bourbon Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Bourbon Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Bourbon Water Department serve?
Bourbon Water Department serves approximately 1,767 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Bourbon Water Department's water source?
Bourbon Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Bourbon Water Department's service area?
The Bourbon Water Department service area has a median household income of $76,459. EPA EJScreen data classifies 42% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Bourbon Water Department get its water?
Bourbon Water Department'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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