Kouts Water Works
EPA ID: IN5264013 · 2,028 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Kouts Water Works (IN5264013): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Across every monitored period in the past five years, Kouts Water Works reported no EPA violations for its service population of 2,028.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Kouts Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Kouts Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $84,246 and an estimated 4,778 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Kouts Water Works'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Kouts Water Works (EPA ID: IN5264013) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 2,028 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 46347 in Kouts.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 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 2 (Moderate 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
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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.
- 46347 - Kouts
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Kouts Water Works (IN5264013) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kouts Water Works water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Kouts Water Works 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 Kouts Water Works serve?
Kouts Water Works serves approximately 2,028 people across 1 ZIP code in Indiana.
Where does Kouts Water Works get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Kouts Water Works Water Quality Report, IN. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/in5264013/
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