CITY REPORT MI HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Lawrence, MI: 11 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$163K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

What You Should Know About Lawrence Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 11 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0024 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 67% - 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 Lawrence

Multiple utilities show up for Lawrence, MI: 2 are listed here out of 2 tracked federally.

  • Bangor
    Serves ~2,000 people 7 violations
  • Lawrence
    Serves ~1,045 people 4 violations

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Lawrence, Michigan, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 3,670 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.

Water Sources

Lawrence water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0024 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
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 8 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 6 1
Fluoride Inorganic 2 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 2 1
Public Notice Rule Reporting 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
49064 — 11 1 Lawrence

All ZIP Codes in Lawrence

  • 49064 - 11 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Health Outcomes in Lawrence

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 Lawrence Water

Lead and Copper Rule 8 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage
Consumer Confidence Rule 6 violations
Reporting
Fluoride 2 violations
Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 4 mg/L
Long-term fluoride exposure above the MCL: bone disease

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

Housing & Infrastructure in Lawrence

1978
Median Build Year
67%
Built Before 1986
48%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 67% 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

Some homes in Lawrence predate the 1986 federal restrictions on lead in new pipe and solder, so a tap test is a reasonable step for older homes; median build year: 1978.

1978
Median Year Built
67%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
48%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (48%) 1970–1986 (19%) Post-1986 (33%)

Over half of homes in Lawrence 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 Lawrence Homeowners

Of the three cost-context tiers - low, moderate and elevated - Lawrence is in the low one.

Median Home Value
$163,400
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in Lawrence 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 20% below the Michigan average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Lawrence

67%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0024
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.

Historical NFIP Claim Context in Lawrence

1
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$12,830
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Lawrence contains 1 flood insurance claim. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $12,830. 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 $300 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Lawrence?
EPA records list 11 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Lawrence water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Lawrence water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Lawrence is 0.0024 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 Lawrence?
Our records map 2 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Lawrence. The related population figure in our data is approximately 3,670 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Lawrence?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Lawrence: $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). Lawrence, MI: 11 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/mi/lawrence/
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