Water Quality in Battle Creek, MI (49014)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 49014.
Past Health-Based Violations
11 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 25 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 87% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
21,980
Population
35
Water Systems
36
Violations (5yr)
11
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (35)
Battle Creek - Verona System
6 health-basedEmmett Township
4 health-basedGrand Trunk Western Railroad
Beadle Lake Elementary
Wattles Park Elementary School
Sonoma Elementary School
Victory Life Church
Citgo
Quality Inns And Suites
Dexter Lake Church Of God
Forest Shores Campground
Life In Christ
All resolvedVictory Baptist Church
Battle Creek Friends Church
All resolvedThe Dermatology And Skin Center
All resolved1st Church Of Nazarene & Hall
Delton Ehs
Oakridge Office Complex Bldg 391
Oakridge Office Complex Bldg 395
Oakridge Complex Building 601
Half Pint Academy,Llc
Harper Ridge
Harper Creek Comm Schls/Admin Bldg
Convis Union United Methodist
Family Altar Chapel
All resolvedBerea Freewill Baptist Church
Harper Run Llc
Historic Bridge Park
1 health-basedNew Hope Apostolic
All resolvedRobin'S Nest
M66 Quick Stop
All resolvedAmerican Woodcraft
Marathon
All resolvedAmerican Woodcraft
Binder Park Golf
All resolvedContaminants 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
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Battle Creek (49014) has more violations than 87% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 36.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.