Water Quality in FOWLER, MI (48835)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 48835.
16
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
16
Monitoring / Reporting
15
Resolved
What does this mean?
15 of 16 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 16 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.
Violations Detail (16 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 8, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2022(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
How Does This Compare?
FOWLER (48835) has 16 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 1 remains 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.
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.