Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Traverse City, MI Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
4 ZIP codes · 4 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Traverse City, MI. We analyzed 4 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (93/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 4 | 100% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Traverse City ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49685 | 95 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 2 | 49686 | 95 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 3 | 49684 | 90 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 4 | 49696 | 90 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 4 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 4 total violations across Traverse City
- 0 health-based violations
- 4 of 4 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 4 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Traverse City?
ZIP code 49685 has the highest safety score in Traverse City at 95/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Traverse City water safe to drink?
Traverse City has an average water safety score of 93/100 (A). 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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