Water Quality in Battle Creek, MI (49245)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 49245.
Active Health Violations
9 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,547
Population
22
Water Systems
41
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Battle Creek - Verona System
6 health-basedJackson
All resolvedColdwater
Homer
2 health-basedLighthouse Village (Wells 4 & 5)
Lighthouse Village (Well 2)
Brembo Na - Disc
Homer Lanes
Anchor Baptist Church
All resolvedP.S. Food Mart
Bible Baptist Church
Brembo Na - Caliper
Phoenix Mobile Home Court
1 health-basedRennco
Folk Oil Co.
Lighthouse Village (Ctr Bath)
Lighthouse Village (Clubhouse)
Vfw Post 9411
Douglas Manufacturing
Picnic Basket
Rocky'S Trading Post
Vfw Carrick-Jarosz Post 9411
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Battle Creek (49245) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 41.
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
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
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.