Water Quality in Flint, MI (48505)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 48505.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 4 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 53% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,032
Population
16
Water Systems
5
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Flint, City Of
1 health-basedGenesee County Water System
All resolvedBeecher Metropolitan District
Stables
B J Simmons Academy
Cinnamom
All resolvedNew Life Tabernacle Church
Leeman Oil Co. Union 76 St
Al & Jerry'S Market
Foxs Den
Bluegill Boat Launch
Flint Motel
R S Young Environmental
Mums Motel
West Carpenter Rd Ch Of Christ
Village Clinic And Pharmacy
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Flint (48505) has more violations than 53% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 5.
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.