Water Quality: Salem, IN
2 water systems • 16,813 people served
Multiple Health Violations162
Total Violations
103
Health-Based Violations
2
Water Systems
16,813
Population Served
Water Quality Summary
Salem has 103 health-based violations on record, meaning one or more contaminants were found above EPA-established safe levels. Contaminants involved: E. coli, TTHM, Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). In total, 162 violations are on record for 2 water systems serving 16,813 people.
Contaminants Found
E. coli
TTHM
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
Water Systems Serving Salem
| System Name | PWSID | Source | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EAST WASHINGTON RURAL WATER | IN5288002 | Surface Water | 8,613 | 32 |
| SALEM WATER WORKS | IN5288005 | Surface Water | 8,200 | 130 |
Concerned About Your Water?
A home water filter can remove common contaminants. NSF-certified filters are tested against EPA standards.
Consider a reverse osmosis system for comprehensive filtration or a carbon filter for basic improvement.
Data Sources
Drinking water violation data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Data includes all recorded violations for active community water systems.