Water Quality in ALPENA, MI (49707)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 49707.
82
Total Violations
10
Health-Based
72
Monitoring / Reporting
80
Resolved
What does this mean?
80 of 82 violations have been resolved. 10 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 72 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 18, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 18, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 8, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 22, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 22, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 22, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 22, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 22, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 22, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(4)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(26)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
ALPENA (49707) has 82 recorded violations, including 10 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. 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.