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Genesee, MI (48437): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 83/100
EPA data for Genesee County Water System
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 48437 in Genesee, MI contain 1 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 violation (non-health) (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 83/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (7) MODERATE
Your Water System
ZIP code 48437 in Genesee, Michigan is mapped to the water system Genesee County Water System (EPA ID: MI0002615). This system provides water to approximately 73,726 people from surface water sources.
Other Water Quality Reports in Michigan
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- 48005 (Armada) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48006 (Avoca)
- 48007 (Troy)
- 48009 (Birmingham) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48012 (Birmingham)
- 48014 (Capac) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48015 (Center Line)
- 48017 (Clawson) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48021 (Eastpointe) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48022 (Emmett)
- 48023 (Fair Haven)
- 48025 (Franklin) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48026 (Fraser) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48027 (Goodells)
- 48028 (Harsens Island)
- 48030 (Hazel Park)
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 48506 (Flint) - 3 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48458 (Mount Morris) - 4 mi - 30 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48505 (Flint) - 5 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 48556 (Flint) - 6 mi
- 48509 (Burton) - 6 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 48463 (Otisville) - 6 mi - 37 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48550 (Flint) - 7 mi
- 48423 (Davison) - 7 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 48420 (Clio) - 7 mi - 33 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48504 (Flint) - 8 mi - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Genesee County Water System (MI0002615) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 48437 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.
The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (8) HIGH
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These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Gutter Installation & Repair
The median home in 48437 was built around 1985. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.
Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 48437 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 1 violation since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 48437 (primary system: Genesee County Water System), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 48437's water come from?
The recorded water source for Genesee County Water System, a system mapped to ZIP code 48437, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 73,726 people.
How does Genesee water compare to the national average?
Genesee's Home Safety Score ranks better than 67% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 61% of ZIP codes within Michigan.
How can I get my water tested in Genesee?
If Genesee County Water System supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
What is the radon risk for 48437?
48437 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Genesee County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Genesee, MI (48437): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 83/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/48437/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 48437
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48506 | Flint, MI | 3.3 mi | B | 2 |
| 48458 | Mount Morris, MI | 3.7 mi | B | 30 |
| 48505 | Flint, MI | 5.4 mi | B | 1 |
| 48556 | Flint, MI | 5.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 48509 | Burton, MI | 6.0 mi | B | 1 |
| 48463 | Otisville, MI | 6.4 mi | N/A | 37 |
| 48550 | Flint, MI | 6.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 48423 | Davison, MI | 7.0 mi | B | 1 |
| 48420 | Clio, MI | 7.1 mi | B | 33 |
| 48504 | Flint, MI | 7.8 mi | B | 4 |
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