Traverse City, MI - Home Safety Score unavailable
4 ZIP codes · 10 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
What You Should Know About Traverse City Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 17 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0032 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 49% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.09.
Who Supplies Your Water in Traverse City
Because each listed system has its own federal record, violations at one of the 3 shown below do not apply to the others among the 10 tied to Traverse City, MI.
Overview
We track home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Traverse City, Michigan, covering 10 community water systems serving approximately 78,376 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 4 of 4 ZIP codes.
4 of 4 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.
Water Sources
Traverse City water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0032 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 4 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
1 of 4 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2. 3 of 4 ZIP records with known zones are 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 20 | 4 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 11 | 4 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 3 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49684 | — | 9 | 0 | Traverse City |
| 49696 | — | 9 | 0 | Kings Court Mobile Home Park |
| 49685 | — | 7 | 0 | Garfield Charter Township |
| 49686 | — | 3 | 0 | Traverse City |
All ZIP Codes in Traverse City
- 49684 - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 49685 - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 49686 - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 49696 - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Health Outcomes in Traverse City
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
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Traverse City Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Traverse City
With 49% 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
Buyers and renters in Traverse City can ask a simple question of any home: was it built before 1986? The citywide median of 1993 will not answer it.
Most homes in Traverse City were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Traverse City Homeowners
Estimated remediation for Traverse City is a small fraction of median property value - one percent or less - though the ratio does not describe any single household.
Estimated remediation costs in Traverse City can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 51% above the Michigan average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Traverse City
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 Traverse City
Historical NFIP data for Traverse City contains 61 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $22,997. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 50% 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 $500 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.
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