Battle Ground Water District
EPA ID: IN5279002 · 1,940 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Battle Ground Water District (IN5279002): 1 violation recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. EPA record snapshot: Battle Ground Water District, 1 open violation, 1,940 people served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Battle Ground Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Battle Ground Water District have a median household income of $63,115 and about 118,870 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Battle Ground Water District's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 6 detections recorded.
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
Battle Ground Water District (EPA ID: IN5279002) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 1,940 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 1, 2025 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| February 15, 2024 | Groundwater Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| February 15, 2024 | Groundwater Rule | 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 Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 2 | No |
| Groundwater Rule | Other Violation | 2 | Yes |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2024-12-31 |
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
3 of 3 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 1.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
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 available EPA compliance records for Battle Ground Water District (IN5279002) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Battle Ground Water District water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Battle Ground Water District. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Battle Ground Water District serve?
Battle Ground Water District serves approximately 1,940 people across 3 ZIP codes in Indiana.
Where does Battle Ground Water District get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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