Water Quality in SOUTHFIELD, MI (48034)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 48034.

342

Total Violations

32

Health-Based

310

Monitoring / Reporting

316

Resolved

What does this mean?

316 of 342 violations have been resolved. 32 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 310 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 89 Population served: 124,530

Violations Detail (342 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(33)

E. COLI

19

Aug 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Aug 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Apr 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Jan 31Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Jan 31Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Jan 31Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Jan 31Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Jan 31Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Jan 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(74)

E. COLI

19

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Nov 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Nov 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Nov 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Nov 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Nov 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Nov 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Oct 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Aug 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Aug 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Aug 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Aug 10Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jul 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

May 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

May 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

May 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

May 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

May 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Apr 14Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Apr 14Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Apr 14Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

SOUTHFIELD (48034) has 342 recorded violations, including 32 health-based. 26 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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