ZipCheckup grade for 48468: A.

Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.

Water Quality Report

Port Hope, MI (48468): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 100/100

EPA data for Huron Township (huron County)

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 48468 in Port Hope, 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

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources

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Safety Score

A 100/100

Water Quality Concerns 1 non-health-based violation record in EPA data

Lead Risk Below action level 0.002 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2022-12-31

NFIP Claim History Claim records 1 claim

Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

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 of 0.002 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
Flood 1 cumulative NFIP claim record. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.

Contaminant Summary

Violations on record (not health-based)

1 violation

Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record

ZIP-level Home Safety model score: 100 / 100

Home Safety Score higher than 93% of ZIP codes nationwide

Water System

437

People Served

Health Violations (since 2021)

Surface water

Water Source

0.002 mg/L

Reported Lead Result

Zone 3

County Radon Potential · Low

$120K

Median Home Value33% below state median ($179K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: 100/100

This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance

98/100

Observed

PFAS MCL screen

100/100

Observed

EPA radon zone

100/100

Observed

Annual EPA AirData AQI

100/100

Observed

Required domains

Drinking water

99/100

Indoor environment

100/100

Outdoor environment

100/100

Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.

Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.

Safety & Health (5) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 48468 in Port Hope, Michigan is mapped to the water system Huron Township (huron County) (EPA ID: MI0003323). This system provides water to approximately 437 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

48441 (Harbor Beach) - 7 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
48445 (Kinde) - 11 mi
48432 (Filion) - 12 mi
48470 (Ruth) - 13 mi
48467 (Port Austin) - 14 mi
48413 (Bad Axe) - 15 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
48456 (Minden City) - 17 mi
48475 (Ubly) - 20 mi
48434 (Forestville) - 20 mi
48465 (Palms) - 21 mi

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Huron Township (huron County) (MI0003323) 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.

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Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH

Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE

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Cost & Community (8) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Port Hope

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Port Hope has 1 FEMA flood claim on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 48468 was built around 1963. 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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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Port Hope is 1963; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1963 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 48468 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 1 violation since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 48468 (primary system: Huron Township (huron County)), 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 48468's water come from?

The recorded water source for Huron Township (huron County), a system mapped to ZIP code 48468, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 437 people.

How does Port Hope water compare to the national average?

Port Hope's Home Safety Score ranks better than 93% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 93% within Michigan.

How can I get my water tested in Port Hope?

If Huron Township (huron County) 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.

Is lead a concern in 48468 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 48468 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.002 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2022-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.

What is the radon risk for 48468?

48468 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Huron County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 48468?

FEMA records contain 1 flood insurance claim filed in ZIP code 48468. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA

ZipCheckup. (2026). Port Hope, MI (48468): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 100/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/48468/

BibTeX

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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Port Hope, MI (48468): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 100/100}},
  year   = {2026},
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Page version: October 2026.

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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 48468

ZIP Code	City, State	Distance	Grade	Violations
48441	Harbor Beach, MI	7.4 mi	A	1
48445	Kinde, MI	11.2 mi	N/A	0
48432	Filion, MI	11.6 mi	N/A	0
48470	Ruth, MI	13.0 mi	N/A	0
48467	Port Austin, MI	13.8 mi	N/A	0
48413	Bad Axe, MI	15.1 mi	N/A	1
48456	Minden City, MI	17.1 mi	N/A	0
48475	Ubly, MI	19.5 mi	N/A	0
48434	Forestville, MI	19.6 mi	N/A	0
48465	Palms, MI	21.0 mi	N/A	0