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Reese, MI Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
0
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$173K
Median Home Value

Key Facts for Reese Residents

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0027 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 79% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.36.

Reese's Water Providers

Which water system serves a particular address in Reese, MI? The water bill or the utility can confirm it; the list here shows one system, and federal data link 1 in total.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Reese, Michigan, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 3,680 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.

Water Sources

Reese water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0027 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.

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score System Population
48757 — Blumfield-reese Water Authority 3,024

All ZIP Codes in Reese

Data Sources

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

Reese Community Health Snapshot

11.6%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.2%
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 11.6% ↑
Diabetes 13.2% ↑
Mental Health 18.2% ↑

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

Reese Infrastructure Age

1965
Median Build Year
79%
Built Before 1986
57%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 79% 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

Viewed through the lens of construction era, Reese has a median build year of 1965; houses completed ahead of 1986 can hold lead-bearing solder or fittings.

1965
Median Year Built
79%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
57%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (57%) 1970–1986 (22%) Post-1986 (21%)

Over half of homes in Reese 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.

Reese: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

79%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0027
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.

Reese: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

1
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$6,914
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Reese contains 1 flood insurance claim. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $6,914. 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.

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

Does Reese water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Reese is 0.0027 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 Reese?
Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in Reese. The related population figure in our data is approximately 3,680 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Reese, MI Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/mi/reese/
BibTeX
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  year   = {2026},
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Page version: October 2026.

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