Water Quality in MUSKEGON HEIGHTS, MI (49444)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 49444.

164

Total Violations

0

Health-Based

164

Monitoring / Reporting

164

Resolved

What does this mean?

164 of 164 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 164 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: 34 Population served: 13,793

Violations Detail (164 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 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
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 19, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 19, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 19, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2024(10)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 19Resolved

2023(55)

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Dec 31Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Dec 31Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Dec 31Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Dec 31Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Dec 31Resolved

Benzene

03

Dec 31Resolved

Benzene

03

Dec 31Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Dec 31Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Dec 31Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Dec 31Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Dec 31Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Dec 31Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Dec 31Resolved

Styrene

03

Dec 31Resolved

Styrene

03

Dec 31Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Dec 31Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Dec 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Dec 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Dec 31Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Dec 31Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Dec 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Dec 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Dec 31Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Dec 31Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Dec 31Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Dec 31Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Dec 31Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Dec 31Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Dec 31Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Dec 31Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

How Does This Compare?

MUSKEGON HEIGHTS (49444) has 164 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 →

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

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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