Water Quality in Detroit, MI (48167)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 48167.
Active Health Violations
5 health-based violations 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
24,713
Population
45
Water Systems
42
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (45)
Detroit City Of
Ann Arbor
Dearborn
Canton Township
Livonia
Troy
Westland
All resolvedRochester Hills
Waterford Township
1 health-basedSouthfield
All resolvedYpsilanti Community Utility Authority
Ypsilanti Comm Utilities Auth
Northville
Pepper Tree
Moraine Elementary School
Dnr-Maybury State Pk/Oak Shelter Picnic
1 health-basedGuernsey Farm Dairy
Hamburg Professional Offices (South) - I
Northville Moose Lodge
Tri-County Baptist Church
Northville Montessori
Little Seeds Child Development Center
Metamora Rite Aid
All resolvedDnr-Maybury State Pk/Main Conc Stand Wel
2 health-basedDowning Farms Golf Course
All resolvedMaybury State Park
Northville Spring
Gayle'S Dancephase
All resolvedWhispering Pines Senior Living
Mile City Church
All resolvedGardner-Westcott Comany
Salem Hills Golf Course
Advanced Disposal - Mrf
Usda Fsa
All resolvedBfi Gas Services - Well 2
Bfi Gas Services - Well 1
Dealers Resources
Normac Inc
Health Care Center
Dealers Resources
Brooklane Golf Course
Bogetta Co
King'S Mill Cooperative
Veloia- Maintenance Shop
Dnr - Maybury State Park-Day Camp
1 health-basedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Detroit (48167) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 42.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.