CITY REPORT MI HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 2

Mount Morris, MI: PFAS Found in Water - Home Safety 72/100

1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Mount Morris: B.

This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.

Based on available records, Mount Morris, MI holds an A or B ZipCheckup grade.

How Mount Morris Compares

Mount Morris72/100
Michigan avg85/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
B · 72
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$87K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Key Facts for Mount Morris Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 30 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.004 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 85% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.95.

Mount Morris's Water Providers

Federal records list 4 water systems tied to Mount Morris, MI. Of those, 3 are the primary providers, meaning service conditions, rate structures, and compliance histories can differ depending on where a property sits.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Mount Morris, Michigan (population ~19,411), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 86,525 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.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Mount Morris: B (72/100)

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

Mount Morris water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0040 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 2.

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 Revisions Treatment Technique 6 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 4 1
Nitrate Inorganic 2 1
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene Organic 2 1
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene Organic 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
48458 B 30 2 City of Mount Morris,

All ZIP Codes in Mount Morris

  • 48458 [B] - 30 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Mount Morris Community Health Snapshot

12.3%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.2%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
19.3%
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 12.3% ↑
Diabetes 13.2% ↑
Mental Health 19.3% ↑

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

What's in Mount Morris's Water?

Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 6 violations
Treatment Technique
Lead and Copper Rule 4 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage
Nitrate 2 violations
Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 10 mg/L
Blue baby syndrome in infants

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

Mount Morris Infrastructure Age

1965
Median Build Year
85%
Built Before 1986
62%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 85% 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 Mount Morris 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: 1965.

1965
Median Year Built
85%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
62%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (62%) 1970–1986 (23%) Post-1986 (15%)

Over half of homes in Mount Morris 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 Mount Morris

Measured against the median home value, the estimated cost of fixing the issues flagged for Mount Morris lands in the lowest of the three tiers this page uses.

Median Home Value
$87,100
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Mount Morris 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 57% below the Michigan average.

Mount Morris: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

85%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.004
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.

Mount Morris: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

1
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$4,019
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data

Historical NFIP data for Mount Morris contains 1 flood insurance claim. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $4,019.

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.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Mount Morris, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Mount Morris, MI?
Mount Morris has an average Home Safety Score of 72/100 (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. 30 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 Mount Morris?
EPA records list 30 EPA violations, including 2 health-based violations for Mount Morris water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Mount Morris water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Mount Morris is 0.004 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 Mount Morris compare to Michigan average?
Mount Morris has an average Home Safety Score of 72/100, which is below the Michigan state average of 85/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Mount Morris?
Our records map 4 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Mount Morris. The related population figure in our data is approximately 19,411 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Mount Morris?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Mount Morris: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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