Grand Rapids, MI (49502): No EPA Water System
No EPA-registered water system mapped - county-level context only
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 49502 in Grand Rapids, MI do not contain a complete violation count and source window. ZipCheckup does not infer a clean record from missing or partial data.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
- Flood 1 cumulative NFIP claim record. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable
Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (4) HIGH
Other Water Quality Reports in Michigan
- 48001 (Algonac) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48002 (Allenton)
- 48003 (Almont) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 48004 (Anchorville)
- 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
- 49523 (Grand Rapids) - <1 mi
- 49555 (Grand Rapids) - <1 mi
- 49550 (Grand Rapids) - <1 mi
- 49503 (Grand Rapids) - <1 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 49507 (Grand Rapids) - 2 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 49501 (Grand Rapids) - 2 mi
- 49506 (Grand Rapids) - 3 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 49504 (Grand Rapids) - 3 mi - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 49505 (Grand Rapids) - 4 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 49509 (Wyoming) - 4 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). No EPA-registered water system is mapped to ZIP 49502. To look up the system serving a specific address, use the state SDWIS search tool.
5 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.
Environmental Hazards (10) CRITICAL
Home & Infrastructure (2) OK
Cost & Community (4) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Grand Rapids has 1 FEMA flood claim on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 49502 safe to drink?
No EPA-registered public water system is mapped to ZIP 49502, so there is no federal water quality record to assess. Residents in this area typically rely on private wells or very small systems below EPA reporting thresholds. If you rely on a private well, the CDC recommends testing it at least once a year. 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 49502's water come from?
There is no community water system directly registered with the EPA for ZIP 49502. Most residents rely on private wells drawing from groundwater, or are served by a neighboring district that isn't cross-referenced to this ZIP in federal data. Check with your local county health department to confirm your source.
How can I get my water tested in Grand Rapids?
Since no EPA-registered water utility is mapped to ZIP 49502, contact your local county health department or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends testing private wells at least once a year.
What is the radon risk for 49502?
49502 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Kent 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 49502?
FEMA records contain 1 flood insurance claim filed in ZIP code 49502; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is AE, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Grand Rapids, MI (49502): No EPA Water System. https://zipcheckup.com/report/49502/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 49502
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49523 | Grand Rapids, MI | <1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 49555 | Grand Rapids, MI | <1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 49550 | Grand Rapids, MI | <1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 49503 | Grand Rapids, MI | <1 mi | B | 2 |
| 49507 | Grand Rapids, MI | 2.3 mi | B | 2 |
| 49501 | Grand Rapids, MI | 2.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 49506 | Grand Rapids, MI | 2.7 mi | B | 2 |
| 49504 | Grand Rapids, MI | 3.0 mi | B | 3 |
| 49505 | Grand Rapids, MI | 3.8 mi | B | 1 |
| 49509 | Wyoming, MI | 3.9 mi | B | 1 |
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