Neighborhood Report
Grade D
Battle Creek, MI Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade D
6 ZIP codes · 66 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Battle Creek, MI. We analyzed 6 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade D (42/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 1 | 17% |
| D | 3 | 50% |
| F | 2 | 33% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Battle Creek ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49017 | 58 | C | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 2 | 49037 | 45 | D | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 3 | 49014 | 40 | D | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 4 | 49015 | 40 | D | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 5 | 49016 | 33 | F | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 6 | 49018 | 33 | F | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 6 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 66 total violations across Battle Creek
- 42 health-based violations
- 6 of 6 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 42 | 6 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 12 | 6 |
| Total Organic Carbon | 6 | 6 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 6 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Battle Creek?
ZIP code 49017 has the highest safety score in Battle Creek at 58/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Battle Creek water safe to drink?
Battle Creek has an average water safety score of 42/100 (D). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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