Water Quality in FALMOUTH, MI (49632)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 49632.
82
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
82
Monitoring / Reporting
82
Resolved
What does this mean?
82 of 82 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 82 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.
Violations Detail (82 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nickel | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Mercury | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Kidney damage |
| Barium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Increase in blood pressure |
| Arsenic | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(5)
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
2021(77)
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Nickel
03
Mercury
03
Barium
03
Arsenic
03
Thallium, Total
03
Cadmium
03
Selenium
03
Chromium
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Chromium
03
Thallium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Selenium
03
Mercury
03
Nickel
03
Antimony, Total
03
Cadmium
03
Barium
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Thallium, Total
03
Nickel
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Mercury
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Thallium, Total
03
Chromium
03
Thallium, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Nickel
03
Nickel
03
Mercury
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Barium
03
Chromium
03
Mercury
03
Chromium
03
Selenium
03
Barium
03
Nickel
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Nickel
03
Cadmium
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Nickel
03
How Does This Compare?
FALMOUTH (49632) has 82 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
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
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.