Is pfas a problem in Michigan drinking water?

PFAS was detected in Michigan water systems but within the EPA limit of 4 ppt (PFOA/PFOS). Check the ZIP code table on this page for area-specific data.

How widespread is pfas in Michigan water?

No pfas detections were reported in Michigan in the exported EPA records.

PFAS · Michigan

PFAS in Michigan Drinking Water — 0 Violations

EPA data analysis for pfas in Michigan drinking water systems

ZIPs with Violations

4 ppt (PFOA/PFOS)

EPA Limit

High

Health Risk

Reverse Osmosis or Granular Activated Carbon

Best Filter Method

PFAS Contamination in Michigan

ZipCheckup analyzed EPA enforcement records across 687 ZIP codes in Michigan. 0 ZIP codes have pfas-related violations on record.

EPA Standard for PFAS

The EPA maximum contaminant level (MCL) for pfas is 4 ppt (PFOA/PFOS), governed by the PFAS NPDWR (2024). Water systems that exceed this limit must take corrective action and notify consumers.

Health Effects of PFAS

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are linked to cancer (kidney, testicular), thyroid disease, immune system suppression, reproductive problems, and elevated cholesterol. These "forever chemicals" persist in the body for years.

How to Remove PFAS From Drinking Water

The most effective treatment for pfas removal is Reverse Osmosis or Granular Activated Carbon. Look for filters certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 standards.

Check Your ZIP Code

Use the ZipCheckup water quality search to see pfas data for your specific water system in Michigan.

Cities with PFAS Data in Michigan

47 cities in Michigan have pfas testing data available.

Allen Park Ann Arbor Auburn Hills Battle Creek Bay City Belmont Birmingham Charlotte Clarkston Comstock Park Dundee Erie Fenton Fremont Galesburg Gaylord Gladstone Grand Haven Grand Rapids Greenville

+ 27 more cities

Michigan Water Quality Overview: See statewide water quality rankings on the Michigan water quality page.

Learn more about PFAS: Read the full guide on PFAS in drinking water.

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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). PFAS in Michigan Drinking Water — 0 Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/pfas/michigan/

BibTeX

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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{PFAS in Michigan Drinking Water — 0 Violations}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/pfas/michigan/}
}

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