Water System Report IN

Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods

EPA ID: IN5284020 ยท 900 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods (IN5284020): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero EPA violations over five years - Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 900.

Data: EPA SDWIS

900
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$155K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$66,203
Median Household Income
9,287
Service Area Population
57%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods serves a community with a median household income of $66,203 and an estimated 9,287 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 57% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th 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

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 4 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.012 ppt, PFOS: 0.012 ppt, PFHxS: 0.089 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,100

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,100 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods (EPA ID: IN5284020) is a community water system in Indiana that serves approximately 900 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 47885 in West Terre Haute.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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.

  • 47885 - West Terre Haute

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods (IN5284020) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods 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 Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods serve?

Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods serves approximately 900 people across 1 ZIP code in Indiana.

Where does Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods serve?
Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods serves approximately 900 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods's water source?
Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods's service area?
The Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods service area has a median household income of $66,203. EPA EJScreen data classifies 57% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods get its water?
Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Sisters of Providence/st. Mary of Woods Water Report, IN. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/in5284020/
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