Historical Compliance Records IN

Winamac Municipal Utilities

EPA ID: IN5266005 ยท 2,400 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Winamac Municipal Utilities (IN5266005): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Although 1 violation appeared on Winamac Municipal Utilities's record, all have been remedied - currently compliant, 2,400 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,400
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$139K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Winamac Municipal Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$60,287
Median Household Income
6,231
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Winamac Municipal Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $60,287 and an estimated 6,231 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Winamac Municipal Utilities'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 67% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Winamac Municipal Utilities compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Comparable Water Systems

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Albion Water & Sewer
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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 $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

Winamac Municipal Utilities (EPA ID: IN5266005) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 2,400 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 46996 in Winamac.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
May 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

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 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Winamac Municipal Utilities (IN5266005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Winamac Municipal Utilities water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Winamac Municipal Utilities; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Winamac Municipal Utilities serve?

Winamac Municipal Utilities serves approximately 2,400 people across 1 ZIP code in Indiana.

Where does Winamac Municipal Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Winamac Municipal Utilities's water?
Detected contaminants include 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 1 contaminant 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 Winamac Municipal Utilities serve?
Winamac Municipal Utilities serves approximately 2,400 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Winamac Municipal Utilities's water source?
Winamac Municipal Utilities draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Winamac Municipal Utilities's service area?
The Winamac Municipal Utilities service area has a median household income of $60,287. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Winamac Municipal Utilities get its water?
Winamac Municipal Utilities'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Winamac Municipal Utilities (IN): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/in5266005/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Winamac Municipal Utilities (EPA ID: IN5266005) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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