Water Quality in Saginaw, MI (48602)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 48602.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 12 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 73% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
27,127
Population
8
Water Systems
14
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (8)
Saginaw, City Of
All resolvedSaginaw Charter Township
All resolvedRingwood Forest County Park
All resolvedCamp Chickagami 1-East End Well System
2 health-basedCamp Chickagami 2-West End Well System
All resolvedCottage Hs, Llc (Pineview Cottage)
Price Nature Center
All resolvedSaginaw County Dpw
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)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Saginaw (48602) has more violations than 73% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 14.
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.
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.