Water Quality in LANSING, MI (48912)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 48912.
107
Total Violations
7
Health-Based
100
Monitoring / Reporting
107
Resolved
What does this mean?
107 of 107 violations have been resolved. 7 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 100 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 (107 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(13)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(47)
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Benzene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Toluene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Nitrate
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Benzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
Toluene
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
LANSING (48912) has 107 recorded violations, including 7 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.
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.