Water Quality in HERMANSVILLE, MI (49847)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 49847.

116

Total Violations

14

Health-Based

102

Monitoring / Reporting

111

Resolved

What does this mean?

111 of 116 violations have been resolved. 14 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 102 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: 14 Population served: 1,195

Violations Detail (116 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(1)

Lead and Copper Rule

59

Jun 30Active

2024(3)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

HERMANSVILLE (49847) has 116 recorded violations, including 14 health-based. 5 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

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

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.

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