CITY REPORT MI HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Grand Haven, MI: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 80/100

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Grand Haven: B.

This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.

Looking at federal compliance records for Grand Haven, MI: the city earns a grade in the top two bands here, and each serving system's violation history can be reviewed individually for what lies behind it.

How Grand Haven Compares

Grand Haven80/100
Michigan avg85/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
B · 80
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$288K
Median Home Value
$800
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Key Facts for Grand Haven Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 6 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0009 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 55% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $800 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 11.69.

Grand Haven's Water Providers

Multiple utilities show up for Grand Haven, MI: 3 are listed here out of 3 tracked federally.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Grand Haven, Michigan, covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 33,277 people. 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. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Grand Haven: B (80/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Grand Haven water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0009 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 2 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 2 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 2 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
49417 B 6 1 Grand Haven Township

All ZIP Codes in Grand Haven

  • 49417 [B] - 6 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Grand Haven Community Health Snapshot

10.9%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
9.4%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.8%
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 10.9% ↑
Diabetes 9.4% ↓
Mental Health 16.8% ↑

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

What's in Grand Haven's Water?

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 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) 2 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 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage

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

Grand Haven Infrastructure Age

1988
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

Median construction year in Grand Haven: 1988, set against the 1986 federal lead limits for new plumbing.

1988
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 Grand Haven 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.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Grand Haven

Compared with typical property prices, the remediation estimate for Grand Haven is small in percentage terms - at or under one percent.

Median Home Value
$287,800
Est. Remediation
$800
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Grand Haven can be compared with local home values. The $450–$1,400 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 41% above the Michigan average.

Grand Haven: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

55%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0009
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.

Grand Haven: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

96
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$16,845
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Grand Haven contains 96 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $16,845. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The $800 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Grand Haven, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Grand Haven, MI?
Grand Haven has an average Home Safety Score of 80/100 (Grade B) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 6 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Grand Haven?
EPA records list 6 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Grand Haven water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Grand Haven water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Grand Haven is 0.0009 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 does Grand Haven compare to Michigan average?
Grand Haven has an average Home Safety Score of 80/100, which is below the Michigan state average of 85/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Grand Haven?
Our records map 3 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Grand Haven. The related population figure in our data is approximately 33,277 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Grand Haven?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Grand Haven: $800; modeled range $450 to $1,400. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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