Water Quality in RIVES JUNCTION, MI (49277)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 49277.

14

Total Violations

0

Health-Based

14

Monitoring / Reporting

14

Resolved

What does this mean?

14 of 14 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 14 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.

Water systems: 13 Population served: 998

Violations Detail (14 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2022ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2022ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath

Violation Timeline

2024(6)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

2023(2)

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

RIVES JUNCTION (49277) has 14 recorded violations, none of which are 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

One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.

Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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