Water Quality in L'Anse, MI (49946)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 49946.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 13 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 75% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,757
Population
18
Water Systems
16
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
L'Anse
1 health-basedLanse Township
Loft
L'Anse Golf Club
1 health-basedHorizon Daycare
Whirl-I-Gig
All resolvedTony'S Steak House
Curwood Park
Buck Finn'S
All resolvedBig Lake Campground
1 health-basedSecond Sand Beach Twp. Park
Laird Township School
Laird Township School
Heritage Motel
Bella Vista Tavern
All resolvedLarson'S Cabins
Camp Baraga
Ford Forestry Center
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
L'Anse (49946) has more violations than 75% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 16.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.