Mount Clemens, MI: 4 Health Violations — 89/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities in Mount Clemens have maintained a consistent compliance record over recent monitoring periods — the city's above-average grade in MI reflects low violation rates and no systemic health concerns flagged in current data.
How Mount Clemens Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Mount Clemens Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 10 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0016 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,150 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.71 — above typical levels.
Mount Clemens's Water Providers
Federal drinking water records identify 2 systems in Mount Clemens, MI. The leading 2 providers serve the largest share of residential connections, each operating as a separate entity with its own rate authority, infrastructure management, and EPA compliance obligations — so service conditions are not uniform city-wide.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Mount Clemens, Michigan (population ~15,503), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 116,827 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Mount Clemens: A (89/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Mount Clemens water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0016 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 2 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 2 |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 3 | 2 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 3 | 2 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48043 | A | 5 | 2 | City of Mount Clemens, |
| 48046 | A | 5 | 2 | City of Mount Clemens, |
All ZIP Codes in Mount Clemens
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Mount Clemens Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What's in Mount Clemens's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Mount Clemens
Within the Mount Clemens market, estimated remediation claims a small portion of typical property equity — the financial burden is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Mount Clemens are relatively low compared to home values. The $700–$1,900 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 17% below the Michigan average.
Mount Clemens: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Mount Clemens appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Mount Clemens: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
FEMA data shows 50% of Mount Clemens's ZIP codes mapped into designated flood zones, paired with an NFIP record of 24 claims. That footprint places local flood exposure in the range where it warrants attention without rising to high-severity planning territory.
Mount Clemens has a moderate flood history with 24 FEMA claims averaging $2,566 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,150</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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