Water Quality in Grand Rapids, MI (49512)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 49512.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 32 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 86% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,373
Population
13
Water Systems
33
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (13)
Grand Rapids
Wyoming
All resolvedPlainfield Township
Mill Creek Academy
All resolvedSummerfield Charter Academy
All resolvedThe Golf Club At Thornapple Pointe
1 health-basedThree Rivers 6
Alten Oaks Bldg A
Alten Oaks-Bldg D
The Store
All resolvedAlten Oaks Bldg B
All resolvedAlten Oaks Bldg C
Thornapple Pte - Halfway
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Sep 2025
How Does This Compare?
Grand Rapids (49512) has more violations than 86% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 33.
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.
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.