Tap Water Quality in South Bend, IN
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South Bend Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~103,000 | Source: St. Joseph River and groundwater
South Bend draws from the St. Joseph River and supplemental groundwater wells. Home to the University of Notre Dame, the city has been working to replace aging water infrastructure. PFAS contamination has been detected in some regional water sources, prompting additional monitoring.
Common water quality concerns in South Bend
Lead from aging pipes
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PFAS
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Agricultural runoff
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What's in your South Bend water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your South Bend water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving South Bend, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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