Water Quality in Lafayette, IN
Lafayette's water has 1 contaminant above health guidelines. Consider using a certified water filter for additional protection.
Utility
LAFAYETTE WATER WORKS
People Served
67,140
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Jul 29, 2024
Quick Summary
Contaminants Detected
⚠️ Contaminants Above Health Guidelines (1)
Copper
What is Copper?
Naturally occurring metal that is widely used in plumbing, faucets, and fixtures
Health Effects
Health protective levels of copper in drinking water have been established based on potential adverse effects to the gastrointestinal system, kidneys, and liver, especially for infants and children. Acute exposure to high copper levels uncommonly found in drinking water can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Understanding the Data
This data comes from your local water utility testing. The bar charts compare detected levels against health guidelines (HGL). Contaminants above the health guideline are shown by default and may require filtration. All other tested contaminants are within safe levels and can be viewed by expanding the section above.
Recommended Water Filters for Lafayette
Based on Lafayette's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above health guidelines.
![PUR PUR PPF900Z[2]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fm.media-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F71mWmdTZbiL._AC_SY355_.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Kaz USA, Inc. a Helen of Troy Company
PUR PUR PPF900Z[2]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
401 gal
Filter Life
1 mo
Removes 11 contaminants:
Benzene, Cadmium, Chlorine (Free), Chlorine (Total), Chlorine Dioxide +6 more
GHP Group Inc.
VRO-3Q VRO-3Q
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
20.3 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
GHP Group Inc.
PUN3RO PUN3RO
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
23.3 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
![CMTRO-75[G] CMTRO-75[G]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fm.media-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F61r8aJRwE8L._AC_SX522_.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Solventum Purification Inc.
CMTRO-75[G] CMTRO-75[G]
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
23.59 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Lafayette's water has 1 contaminant above health guidelines. While the water meets federal legal limits, we recommend using a certified water filter for additional protection, especially for vulnerable populations like children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems.