Water System Report IN

Avilla Water Department

EPA ID: IN5257002 · 2,700 people served · 4 ZIP codes

EPA monitoring data for Avilla Water Department shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 2,700 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

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

C · 62
Avg Safety Score
2,700
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$196K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2024) to 2 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$81,055
Median Household Income
28,947
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
48th
Poverty Percentile
68th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Avilla Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $81,055 and an estimated 28,947 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% 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

Avilla 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
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Noble 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

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Indiana

C 2 violations
B 1 violation
C 11 violations
0 violations
B 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $75
Total Estimated Cost $2,775

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

Avilla Water Department (EPA ID: IN5257002) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 2,700 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (62/100)

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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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 Avilla Water Department (IN5257002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avilla Water Department water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Avilla Water Department serve?

Avilla Water Department serves approximately 2,700 people across 4 ZIP codes in Indiana.

Where does Avilla Water Department 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:

4
Confirmed Lead
6
Galvanized — Replacement Required
296
Unknown Material
789
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,700
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 Avilla Water Department safe to drink?
Avilla Water Department 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?
Avilla 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 Avilla Water Department serve?
Avilla Water Department serves approximately 2,700 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Avilla Water Department's water source?
Avilla Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Avilla Water Department's service area?
The Avilla Water Department service area has a median household income of $81,055. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Avilla Water Department get its water?
Avilla 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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