CITY REPORT MI HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 2

Gobles, MI: 9 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$162K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

What You Should Know About Gobles Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 9 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0023 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 55% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.79.

Who Supplies Your Water in Gobles

Service in Gobles, MI can differ by address: 3 water systems are tied to the area in federal records, and the 3 largest are listed with their violation records.

  • Allegan
    Serves ~5,930 people 5 violations
  • Mattawan
    Serves ~2,550 people 2 violations
  • Gobles
    Serves ~800 people 2 violations

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Gobles, Michigan (population ~5,963), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 9,280 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Gobles water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0023 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 4 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 4 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 4 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 4 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
49055 — 9 2 Gobles

All ZIP Codes in Gobles

  • 49055 - 9 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Gobles

11.7%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.5%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
18.2%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 11.7% ↑
Diabetes 13.5% ↑
Mental Health 18.2% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Top Contaminants in Gobles Water

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 4 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 4 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 4 violations
Treatment Technique

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Housing & Infrastructure in Gobles

1987
Median Build Year
55%
Built Before 1986
36%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 55% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

If you live in one of the pre-1986 homes in Gobles, a certified lab test for lead is the direct way to learn what your tap delivers; the median build year of 1987 is only context.

1987
Median Year Built
55%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
36%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (36%) 1970–1986 (19%) Post-1986 (45%)

Over half of homes in Gobles were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Gobles Homeowners

The remediation-to-value ratio for Gobles sits at the bottom of the scale.

Median Home Value
$161,900
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in Gobles can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 21% below the Michigan average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Gobles

55%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0023
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Gobles?
EPA records list 9 EPA violations, including 2 health-based violations for Gobles water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Gobles water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Gobles is 0.0023 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Gobles?
Our records map 3 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Gobles. The related population figure in our data is approximately 5,963 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Gobles?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Gobles: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Gobles, MI: 9 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/mi/gobles/
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