Water Quality in Detroit, MI (48111)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 48111.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
44,709
Population
16
Water Systems
19
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Detroit City Of
Ann Arbor
Dearborn
Canton Township
Livonia
Westland
All resolvedYpsilanti Community Utility Authority
Monroe
Monroe South County
Ypsilanti Comm Utilities Auth
Van Buren Township
All resolvedSumpter Township
All resolvedBelleville
1 health-basedVan Buren Park
Pine Creek Country Club
Maplewood Estates Mhc Llc
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Detroit (48111) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 19.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.